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CNN: Abu Sayyaf: Bearer of the Sword - http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2001/abusayyaf/
In-depth report on the militant Muslim group fighting for an independent Islamic state in the southern Philippines; contains news articles, incident map, timeline, interview, analysis, and links. |
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FAS: Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) - http://www.fas.org/irp/world/para/asg.htm
Description, activities, strength, area of operation and external aid. From the Federation of American Scientists. USA. |
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BBC: Who are the Abu Sayyaf? - http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/asia-pacific/719623.stm
A history and profile of the Philippine organization. |
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BBC News: US Troops Land in South Philippines - http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/asia-pacific/1710366.stm
The US sends special forces to help Manila track down Abu Sayyaf rebels and the Americans they hold. |
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The Star: Fifteen Abu Sayyaf Rebels Killed in Clash - http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2001/10/8/asia/phtrop&sec=asia
The incident followed an attack on Basilan's capital of Isabela thought to be an attempt to divert military attention from another Abu Sayyaf unit holding two American and 16 Filipino hostages. |