Saudis bomb rebels, blockade Yemeni coast Nov 11, 2009
CAIRO - Saudi Arabia on Tuesday imposed a naval blockade on the Red Sea coast of northern Yemen to combat Shiite rebels along its border, an adviser to the government said, in the latest escalation of fighting in the southern Arabian peninsula. The Saudi move comes as Iran, the region's dominant Shiite power accused by the Arabs of backing the rebels, warned neighboring countries not to interfere in Yemen's internal affairs. (MSNBC -- International)
* China, Australia trying to revive free-trade talks Nov 11, 2009
Chinese ministers of foreign affairs Yang Jiechi, left, and commerce Chen Deming leave after a closing press conference with Egyptian Foreign Minister Ahmed Abul Gheit at the end of the Fourth Ministerial Conference of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm El-Sheikh on Monday. PHOTO: AFP. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Eritrea: Africa's version of North Korea? Nov 11, 2009
The needs are acute in Eritrea, a narrow shard of sand and rock along the Red Sea that's presided over by one of Africa's most secretive regimes. As its quixotic experiment in economic self-reliance falters, the Ohio-sized country of 5 million has slipped into its deepest political isolation in its 16 years of independence. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Omar bin Laden: My father the terrorist Nov 11, 2009
Something about Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, appealed to my grandfather, because that walled city on the Red Sea marked the end of their arduous voyage. Grandfather bin Laden was poor yet he was full of energy and determination. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Troubles between dad, sun Nov 10, 2009
In "Red Sea Fish," the first entry in this season's "Brits Off Broadway" series, the central character, Ray, is so allergic to sunlight that whenever he leaves his shabby seaside apartment, he's slathered in white cream and dressed like the Invisible Man ... RED SEA FISH 59E59 Theaters, 59 E. 59th St.; 212-279-4200 ... In "Red Sea Fish," the first entry in this season's "Brits Off Broadway" series, the central character, Ray, is so allergic to sunlight that whenever he leaves his shabby seaside... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
I wish the capitalism patient was still sick Nov 10, 2009
MarcoTheCommie, The RED Sea. Story Tools. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
The Cougar Lounge - Special Nog Edition Nov 9, 2009
This particular Ethiopian rift took only days to form after volcano erupted and may eventually spread to create a Red Sea-type inland sea or extension of the Indian Ocean into Ethiopia. "The ferocity of what we saw during this episode stunned everyone. As the plates keep spreading apart, it will end up looking like the Red Sea," says Lounge Scientist #5, Cynthia Ebinger, a scientist at the University of Rochester, who reportedly was stunned to see a crack forming in the Earth's crust and no nog... (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Insider's Perspective: Cardinals vs. Panthers Nov 9, 2009
com, PublisherDate: Nov 3, 2009 The Arizona Cardinals were embarrassed by the Carolina Panthers in front of the Red Sea. The Cardinals look to rebound on the road against the Chicago Bears. (autigers.com)
Beijing offers Africa $11b in easy loans Nov 9, 2009
We will help Africa build up its financing capabilities ; we will provide $US10 billion for Africa in concessional loans,'' he said at the start of the forum in the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh. He also pledged to cancel debts of African countries to increase his country's role in the continent. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
China pledges $10-billion Nov 9, 2009
"We will help Africa build up its financing capabilities... we will provide US$10-billion for Africa in concessional loans," Wen told the forum in the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh. His pledge was included among measures he said would be taken over the next three years, including cancelling debts of African countries to increase his country's role in the continent. (iAfrica.com)
Africa: Giant Buys a Lamb Nov 9, 2009
That much is evident from the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation meeting that opened yesterday at the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sham-el-Sheikh. In his opening speech at the Forum, Chinese Prime Minister Wen Jiabao pledged to give African countries 10 billion dollars in concessional loans, on top of the 5 billion dollars in assistance that the Chinese pledged to Africa at the Forum's last meeting held in Beijing in 2006. (allAfrica.com)
Chinese premier leaves Egypt for home Nov 9, 2009
SHARM EL-SHEIKH, Nov. 8 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao left for home Sunday night after his visit to Egypt and participation to the opening ceremony of the fourth ministerial meeting of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in the Egyptian Red Sea resort. In the opening ceremony, Wen delivered a speech titled Building the New Type of China-Africa Strategic Partnership. (Xinhuanet, China)
4th ministerial conference of FOCAC begins in Egypt Nov 9, 2009
SHARM EL-SHEIKH, Egypt, Nov. 8 (Xinhua) -- The Fourth Ministerial Conference of the China-Africa Cooperation Forum (FOCAC) opened in the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh on Sunday ... Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao attends the opening ceremony of the fourth ministerial meeting of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm El-Sheikh on November 8, 2009 ... Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak attends the fourth ministerial meeting of the Forum on... (Xinhuanet, China)
Bashir cancels visit to Istanbul Nov 9, 2009
Mr Bashir was in Egypt on Sunday, taking part in a China-Africa summit in the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh. He was due in Istanbul on Monday for the summit of the Organisation of the Islamic Conference (OIC). (BBC News -- Europe)
Chinese PM reaches out to Muslims Nov 8, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. The basic policy of the Chinese government is to ensure equality among all ethnic groups and speed up the economic development of all regions," he said. In July, violence erupted in China's Xinjiang region pitting mainly Muslim minority Uighurs against members of China's dominant Han group, leaving 197 dead and more than 1,600 injured, according to official figures. Han vigilantes then went on a rampage against Uighurs two days later, but the exact... (Channelnewsasia.com)
* PRC offers Africa additional trade and investment Nov 8, 2009
The summit in the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh comes as Beijing bids to expand its diplomatic and economic influence on the resource-rich continent. Chinese companies have been pouring investments into oil and other raw materials in Africa to fuel the countrys booming economy. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Chinese premier: Africa trade push is 'selfless' Nov 8, 2009
China's efforts in Africa are "sincere and selfless, without political strings attached," Wen told hundreds of Chinese and African businessmen gathered at the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheik a day before the main policy forum. That gathering is expected to attract leaders from across the continent. (WCAX.com, VT)
Chinese Premier Wen on Sunday announced eight new measures that the Chinese government will take to strengthen cooperation with Africa in the next 3 years.• 3rd Conference of Chinese, African Entrepreneurs opens Nov 8, 2009
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao speaks during the 3rd Conference of Chinese, African Entrepreneurs in the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh on Nov. 7, 2009 ... SHARM EL-SHEIKH, Egypt, Nov. 7 (Xinhua) -- The 3rd Conference of Chinese and African Entrepreneurs was held on Saturday afternoon in the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh. (Xinhuanet, China)
FOCAC consolidates Africa-China ties, cooperation: African diplomats Nov 7, 2009
The fourth ministerial meeting of the FOCAC will be held in the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh from Nov. 8 to 9. The main agenda of the meeting is to review the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and the Program for China-Africa Cooperation in Economic and Social Development, two documents adopted during the first ministerial meeting of the forum held in Beijing. (Xinhuanet, China)
During his stay in Egypt, Wen will also attend the opening ceremony of the fourth ministerial meeting of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation to be held in the Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh on Sunday.• FOCAC Senior Officials Meeting opens in Egypt Nov 7, 2009
Chinese Assistant Foreign Minister Zhai Jun (2nd L) and Egyptian Assistant Foreign Minister Ibrahim Ali Hassan (2nd R), co-preside over the Senior Officials Meeting of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh on Nov. 6, 2009 ... SHARM EL-SHEIKH, Egypt, Nov. 6 (Xinhua) -- Senior Officials Meeting of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) kicked off in the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh on Friday ... Chinese Assistant... (Xinhuanet, China)
China Offers Africa More Trade, Investment Nov 7, 2009
The proposals outlined by Chinese Commerce Minister Chen Deming come ahead of a summit Sunday and Monday between Chinese and African leaders in the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh. The meeting follows a landmark 2006 summit in Beijing that catapulted China's hunt for oil, minerals and other raw materials in Africa and brought Africa Chinese investment in infrastructure and other projects. (ABC News -- Business)
Israel up in arms over weapons seizure Nov 7, 2009
Twenty years later, in a January 2002 incident similar to the present arms seizure, the IDF seized in the Red Sea a Palestinian freighter, the Karine A, carrying 50 tons of weapons. Israel cried foul, accusing PLO leader Yasser Arafat and Hezbollah - another tale hard to believe, given Arafat's strained relationship with the Lebanese fighters. (Asia Times Online)
Arms from Iran - Israel Nov 5, 2009
Israel has in the past seized shipments of weapons allegedly bound for Gaza, and on 3 January 2002, at the height of a Palestinian uprising, Israel intercepted the Karine A in the Red Sea where it was bound for Gaza. The late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat admitted responsibility for the smuggling attempt, and the affair eroded his standing with Washington. (iAfrica.com)
Israel Claims Iran Weapons Intercept Nov 5, 2009
They say it sailed 2,500 miles through the Indian Ocean, the Red Sea and the Suez Canal, before docking in an Egyptian harbor ... In early October, the U.S. Navy stopped a German cargo vessel in the Red Sea carrying Iranian-made weapons to Syria. (Time.com)
Giant crack in Africa may create a new ocean Nov 5, 2009
The thinking is that the Red Sea will eventually pour into the new sea in a million years or so. The new ocean would connect to the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, an arm of the Arabian Sea between Yemen on the Arabian Peninsula and Somalia in eastern Africa. (MSNBC -- International)
FOCAC based on mutual respect: Egyptian diplomat Nov 4, 2009
CAIRO, Nov. 3 (Xinhua) -- The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation(FOCAC) is based on mutual respect, common understanding and enhancing interests between China and Africa, an Egyptian diplomat said ahead of an upcoming ministerial meeting of FOCAC to be held in the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh. "China benefits from its cooperation with Africa while the latter benefits from its cooperation with China," said ambassador Ibrahim Ali Hassan, secretary general of the fourth ministerial... (Xinhuanet, China)
Israeli Navy Captures Arms Ship Nov 4, 2009
In January 2002, Israeli forces stormed the Karine-A freighter as it was sailing on the Red Sea, and confiscated what the military said was 50 tons of weapons. FOX NEWS VIDEOS. (Fox News)
Sechin dividesthe Black Sea Nov 3, 2009
MOSCOW - Russia's Deputy Prime Minister and energy tsar, Igor Sechin, is attempting to divide the Black Sea with a stroke almost as dramatic as the biblical one with which Moses surprised the Pharaoh at the Red Sea. If you believe the latter, the former may be credible, despite the refusal of Russian energy policymakers to clarify what they are doing and what they think the commercial logic of the move to be. (Asia Times Online)
Cal pulls late game trick on ASU Nov 1, 2009
Their safeties parted like the red sea, and he was wide-open, Sullivan said of the play. Youve just got to make sure you dont miss him. (GoCyberBears.com)
Beyonce stirs controversy in Egypt Nov 1, 2009
Beyonce's worldwide, year-long "I am ..." tour, which has taken her from Canada to China since March, is due in Egypt on November 6 at the Red Sea resort of Port Ghalib ... Al Arabiya reported that organizers, seeking to avoid a similar fate for Beyonce, decided to hold her concert hundreds of miles away from Cairo at a thinly populated Red Sea resort. (CNN -- World)
UNC-VT: Postgame Quotes + Audio Oct 31, 2009
So I saw the ball come out and I picked up and everything parted like the Red Sea and I thought I was going to score and then it closed pretty quick. ZACK PIANALTO. (InsideCarolina.com)
Former O-W star Frasier leads Chanticleers defense against speedy Tigers Oct 31, 2009
In fact, in a visit to the Orangeburg Touchdown Club earlier this year, Coastal head coach David Bennett likened a victory over the Tigers to the good Lord parting the Red Sea. It would take, at least, according to Bennett, a small miracle. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Walston: A Moment Fulfilled Oct 30, 2009
""I thought the guy was down, but you know, you can't take any chances," Williams said. "I picked it up; everything parted like the Red Sea. I thought I was going to score, but it closed pretty quickly. (Tarheelblue.com)
Barth FG lifts Heels to stunning win Oct 30, 2009
"It needs to. With four games left, UNC (5-3, 1-3 ACC) must now win two games to become bowl eligible. It's a steep challenge, considering two -- Boston College and N.C. State -- are on the road; the Heels also face Duke and No. 18 Miami at home.But after rushing the field after Barth's field goal cleared the uprights -- almost five years to the day since his older brother Connor's 48-yard field goal upset fourth-ranked Miami on October 30, 2004 -- it does seem possible.The Tar Heels led 7-0 at... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Roads are for cars, not Lycra louts Oct 30, 2009
They stride out, like Moses parting the Red Sea, expecting cars to defy the laws of physics. The result is an increase in pedestrian injury. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Yikes! Newt Gingrich making sense!?!? Oct 29, 2009
Moses did not part the Red Sea. The water jumped back in fear because Chuck Norris was right behind Moses. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
It was fate when Larry met Kensei Oct 28, 2009
But then Darren Beadman on one started the shift and left me the most glorious run, like the parting of the Red Sea. But Kensei wanted to go too quick too soon. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Yemenis intercept 'Iranian ship' Oct 28, 2009
A boat carrying Iranian weapons destined for Yemeni rebels has been intercepted in the Red Sea, local Yemeni officials have said. The Iranian crew and a cargo of mostly anti-tank shells were seized near Midi an official told the AFP news agency. (BBC News -- Africa)
* Female Saudi to receive 60 lashes Oct 26, 2009
Rozana al-Yami said a judge in the Red Sea coastal town of Jeddah dropped all charges that she had been directly involved with the episode of a program on LBC, a Saudi-owned Lebanese network, in July. However, Yami said the judge sentenced her to 60 lashes for having been a part-time employee for LBCs Saudi operations. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Djibouti says Eritrea arming, training militias Oct 26, 2009
The Red Sea state of 800,000 people is also the main route to the sea for neighbouring Ethiopia, Eritrea's arch enemy and Washington's chief regional ally. Youssef repeated regional complaints that Eritrea was backing Somalia's al Shabaab insurgent group, which Washington says is al Qaeda's proxy in Somalia. (AlertNet)
Discounts for a Cheap Holiday in Eg... Oct 26, 2009
Liveaboard diving opportunities in the red sea to see Egypt's spectacular coral reefs. The copyright of the article Discounts for a Cheap Holiday in Egypt in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
Egypt train crash death toll rises Oct 25, 2009
In the same month eight Serb tourists and three Egyptians were killed when a truck on the wrong side of the road hit their coach head-on along Egypt's Red Sea coast, a security official said. AFP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Ben Vereen: Song, dance and dive man Oct 24, 2009
"I found myself at a scuba dive lesson. They didn't even ask me if I could swim. I couldn't. I did it and wow, it was like flying, only underwater. I've gone diving in China and the Cayman Islands. I still want to dive the Red Sea and the Greek isles, but Hawai'i is the best."To be cleared to dive with Type 2 diabetes, you have to check with your doctor, exercise to stay in shape, eat right, and always be checking the blood sugar. "About the car crash: "That tree just jumped in front of my car... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Congo hits back in Mandela war of words Oct 23, 2009
The bookselling website Amazon says the semi-autobiographical Straight Speaking for Africa was published in English last month by Red Sea Inc of Africa World Press. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Africa)
Nelson Mandela praises coup leader? Apparently not... Oct 22, 2009
The bookselling website Amazon says the semi-autobiographical Straight Speaking for Africa was published in English last month by Red Sea Inc of Africa World Press. The Paris-based publisher, Michel Lafon, first published the book in French earlier in the year. (BBC News -- Africa)
SC university archaeologist plans Red Sea talk Oct 22, 2009
An archaelogist at a South Carolina university plans to talk about her work excavating sites along the Red Sea. Coastal Carolina University archaeologist Cheryl Ward's illustrated presentation Thursday is called "4,000 Years of Red Sea Archaeology" and is sponsored by Psi Mu, the university's chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, the national history honor society. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
A happy homecoming in Lemoore Oct 21, 2009
The air wing operated in the 5th Fleet Area of Operations, which encompasses the Arabian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman and parts of the Indian Ocean, for more than two months. They provided 30% of all air support to U.S. and Coalition ground forces in Afghanistan. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Rollins wins Game 4 for Phillies in 9th Oct 20, 2009
PHILADELPHIA - Jimmy Rollins thrust his right fist into the air as he rounded second base last night, ran a few more steps, then was engulfed by a red sea of teammates waiting to celebrate what could be their imminent return to the World Series. Rollins cracked a two-run double in the bottom of the ninth inning that lifted the Philadelphia Phillies to a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the fourth game of the National League Championship Series. (Boston Globe)
Richard Hinds Bart Cummings in the background until that 'lucky' run brings his magic centre stage. Read more Oct 19, 2009
That is before Brad Rawiller gets a better run than Moses in the Red Sea Stakes. A ''lucky run'' Rawiller would say. (The Age, Australia)
Maroney hit the ground running Oct 19, 2009
I was being patient and it just parted like the Red Sea and I didn t have a choice but to take it. From that moment on, the Patriots turned into a scoring machine, driving for points on nine consecutive possessions. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
ESPN Boston: Patriots Oct 19, 2009
"It parted like the Red Sea. I had no choice but to take it. I've got to be patient. Especially with the conditions, I knew I had to let blocks happen. The blocks were going to be a lot slower because guys were trying to keep their footing. I knew it wasn't going to be a real fast game, more of a patient, downhill game and I was able to slip through the tackle.". Added center : "It was a simple dive play up and we were able to split the defense and Laurence took it full speed ahead and took it... (ESPN -- Football)
Guentner's Strike Leads Memphis Past FIU, 1-0 Oct 18, 2009
"They (FIU) opened like the Red Sea," Guentner said. "I thought it was like a gift. I tried to hit it and I was lucky, I hit it very well. I was very surprised I hit it that good. It was lucky for us, lucky for the team. I hope we go on a winning streak over the next few games.". (Gotigersgo.com)
Bulpups demolish Baxter Springs in district opener Oct 18, 2009
The swarming Caney Valley defense resembled the Red Sea swamping the Egyptians while Moses was scraping mud off his shoes. Baxter Springs would turn the ball over on downs to end the drive. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Saudi king wants new university to become ‘beacon of tolerance’ Oct 18, 2009
THUWAL, Saudi Arabia - On this gleaming high-tech campus edged by the Red Sea, May Qurashi crossed a barrier the other day. She played a game on PlayStation with some male fellow students. (Boston Globe)
Tusca-Tailgate: A perfect recipe for victory Oct 17, 2009
He stood in front of the Red Sea and lifted his staff and he watched and believed as the Lord parted the sea. Now I am not trying to be blasphemous here, but thats about where we are. (GamecockInsider.com)
Obama administration shifting policy on Sudan Oct 17, 2009
China invests heavily in Sudan's oil industry, including building a crude oil pipeline to the Red Sea 1,000 miles away. China also supplies arms to the Sudanese government and says it will veto any U.N. assistance to the African tribes who are being driven from their land in the oil-rich Darfur region. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Future meets past Oct 16, 2009
You can feel the breezes and see the Red Sea from almost everywhere ... LONDON, England (CNN) -- On the eastern shore of the Red Sea at Thuwal, about an hour north of Mecca lies the 14 square mile campus of Saudi Arabia's newest university, KAUST. ... You can see that the offices are all facing this light-filled atrium that looks out to the Red Sea and the purpose of that is to get all of the researchers facing each other and therefore talking to each other. (CNN -- World)
Egypt: Islamic election success won't be repeated Oct 16, 2009
"They achieved some successes in previous elections, but the situation is now different," Interior Minister Habib el-Adly told reporters at the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheik. El-Adly, who heads the country's powerful police and security agencies, said the group's members continue to be rounded up for holding "illegal" secret organizational meetings, and asserted that people have lost faith in their "empty" slogans. (CBS News -- World)
Obama, Washington ready to pander to older voters Oct 16, 2009
We were discussing THE Red Sea crossing. Seems theologians now like the idea that God uses natural things such as marshy land for crossovers (insread of sea separation), or muddy water to kill the frogs and fishes, etc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Iran calls on foreign forces to leave Iraq Oct 14, 2009
The conference, to start in Egypt's Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh on Wednesday, will be attended by Iran, Egypt, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan, Syria, Bahrain and Turkey, as well as representatives from the United Nations, the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC), and the Arab League. Editor: Mu Xuequan. (Xinhuanet, China)
Rwanda: Govt Negotiates Broadband Internet Access Oct 13, 2009
28 Terabit per second (Tbps) capacity undersea fibre optic cable linking South Africa and East Africa to Europe and Asia via the Red Sea, Egypt and the Mediterranean. Under the terms, SEACOM seeks to deliver the capacity to Rwanda through New Artel-a state-owned Internet Service Provider (ISP). (allAfrica.com)
Sumitomo Chemical Participates in the Industrial Collaboration Program of Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah University of Science and Technology Oct 10, 2009
Tokyo, Oct 9, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - Sumitomo Chemical today announced its participation in the KAUST Industrial Collaboration Program (KICP) being promoted by the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), a new graduate-level research university opening in Thuwal on Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast ... Sumitomo Chemical, in partnership with the Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco), has built one of the world's largest integrated refining and petrochemical complexes in Rabigh... (JCN Network, Japan)
Spurrier puts streak on line Oct 10, 2009
Kentucky s protection on the field goal last year was like parting the Red Sea, Brooks said. And there goes a 10-point swing in the game, and it ended up a seven-point game. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Britain calls for sanctions against Eritrea Oct 9, 2009
UNITED NATIONS -- Britain called Thursday for U.N. sanctions against the tiny Red Sea nation of Eritrea for supplying weapons to opponents of the transitional government in nearby Somalia in violation of a U.N. arms embargo. The United States, which warned in July that Eritrea could soon face sanctions unless it stops support for Somali extremists, said it was time for the international community to address the country's destabilizing impact on Somalia and the region. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Yemen: A slogan and six wars Oct 9, 2009
From a military perspective, for instance, the strong armed presence of the United States and other Western powers in the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean - and the tribal context of Yemen - make it very risky for the Iranian regime to make use of the rebellion as a step towards any ambitious plan of achieving control over the Red Sea shipping lanes. On August 21, the Yemeni government announced that it had discovered six weapons caches in Sa'dah and Amran provinces containing some Iranian-made... (Asia Times Online)
