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Correspondent reflections: The 10 news events that shaped 2011

In this special section, we look at the year’s biggest stories, and seven staff correspondents reflect on events in hot spots from Latin America to the Libyan front.
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Terrorism & Security
Yemen vows to defy Al Qaeda's intimidation campaign

As Yemen celebrated a national holiday with a parade in Sanaa today, President Hadi said that recent attacks, including a bombing yesterday that killed more than 90 people, would not derail his government's campaign against terrorism.
Terrorism & Security
Suicide bomber kills scores in Yemen as government pursues Al Qaeda group (+video)

Yemen's military has been carrying out an offensive in the south for the past 10 days against Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula. Today's bombing could be payback.
Yemen's President Hadi surprises pessimists with moves toward reform

Two months into office, the longtime deputy of former President Ali Abdullah Saleh has sacked numerous Saleh appointees and shaken up the military leadership.
Attack in Yemen: Is Al Qaeda stronger now? (+video)

Yemenis are hopeful that Yemen's new president will be more effective at reining in Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula than his predecessor.
US teacher killing: How religiously open is Yemen?

Al Qaeda-linked militants say they killed Joel Shrum for proselytizing. The country has seen other attacks on Christians, but also has Catholic sisters working openly.
Response to 'proselytizing'? Al Qaeda group claims killing of US teacher in Yemen.

Joel Shrun, an American teaching English in Yemen, was killed by motorcycle-riding gunmen on Sunday.
Terrorism & Security
Al Qaeda militants serious threat as Yemen transitions away from Saleh

Al Qaeda militants attacked several military bases in Yemen, killing hundreds and presenting an early challenge for  the new government of Abed Rabbo Mansour Hadi.
Profile: Yemen's new president, Abed Rabbo Mansour Hadi

Mr. Hadi is a relative unknown in Yemen, despite serving as former President Saleh's deputy for 17 years.
President Hadi takes power as Yemen's first new leader in three decades

President Hadi took oath of office in Yemen Saturday, calling for 'democratic dialogue' and vowing to fight Al Qaeda militants. A deadly car bomb attack in the south underscored ongoing instability.
After Yemen election, life after Saleh begins

Yemen began a new era without Ali Abdullah Saleh on Wednesday after Tuesday's uncontested election ousted the leader by the 'Arab Spring' uprisings.
Yemen vote ousts Saleh, but will new leader bring change? (+video)

Vice President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi, the sole candidate, won the historic Yemen vote. Many Yemenis hope his win will pave the way to a more democratic society.
Yemen elections: Only one choice, but is it still progress?

Yemen heads to the polls Tuesday to choose a replacement to President Ali Abdullah Saleh. President Obama has endorsed the one man on the ballot, Mr. Saleh's vice president.
2012 World Press Photo: Arab Spring portrait receives top prize

Spanish photographer Samuel Aranda won the top 2012 World Press Photo prize on Friday, with his Arab Spring portrait.
Terrorism & Security
Yemen's President Saleh departs for US, apparently ending his rule

President Ali Abdullah Saleh's departure from Yemen probably marks the end of his 33 years in power, but questions are being raised about Washington's decision to take in the strongman.
Yemen's Saleh leaves for US, says he'll be back

President Ali Abdullah Saleh left Yemen Sunday talking of both handing over power and returning before presidential elections next month.
Correspondent reflections: The 10 news events that shaped 2011

In this special section, we look at the year’s biggest stories, and seven staff correspondents reflect on events in hot spots from Latin America to the Libyan front.
Yemen's President Saleh agrees to step down

The Saudi-backed agreement requires Saleh to step down within 30 days, potentially signaling an end to the antigovernment protests that have pushed Yemen to the brink of civil war.
US must engage Yemen's real power-brokers

Yemen’s rural tribes will play a pivotal role in its future. With President Ali Abdullah Saleh's power eroded, US diplomats are going to have to leave the comfort of the capital and engage these tribes, whether in resolving the government crisis or countering Al Qaeda.
Terrorism & Security
Yemen forces kill protesters on second straight day

Yemen security forces killed at least four protesters Sunday after killing 12 the day before. The demonstrators are becoming increasingly bold in their opposition to President Ali Abdullah Saleh.
Where is Yemen headed as Saleh tries to reassert power?

President Ali Abdullah Saleh's recent return to Yemen has emboldened Saleh loyalists and angered protesters further. A civil war in Yemen could have repercussions for global trade.
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Anwar al-Awlaki dead: what it means for US, Yemen

The assassination of Anwar al-Awlaki, a US citizen and Al Qaeda recruiter in Yemen, will be heralded as a major triumph in the US today. But it has very little to do with Yemen's own problems.
Terrorism & Security
Fresh fighting breaks out in Yemen

The dynamic in Yemen's long-simmering uprising has significantly changed, with factions of the armed forces battling each other – threatening to turn the largely peaceful uprising into civil war.
Yemen conflict deepens as dissident general's troops enter fray

The return of President Ali Abdullah Saleh has sharpened the fight between his supporters and rivals – and raised concerns that the citizens who started the peaceful uprising will be the losers.
Terrorism & Security
Saleh returns to Yemen at tensest time in months

Yemen President Ali Abdullah Saleh returned to Yemen today after months of recuperating in Saudi Arabia. Whether his return will prolong or bring to an end the country's instability is unclear.