Wednesday 27 July 2011

DEA Arrest Highlights Drug Trade / Terrorism Connection

Income from drugs helps the terrorist groups buy weapons and explosives and pay off corrupt governments

LARRY NEUMEISTER, Associated Press | | Wednesday, July 27, 2011
NEW YORK (AP) — Federal authorities said Tuesday they have found fresh evidence of growing cooperation between the drug trade and terrorists in a probe of two major overseas networks of narcotics dealers.

The investigations resulted in the arrests of four men, including one who agreed to support the Taliban in Afghanistan with revenues from the drug trade, U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara said at a news conference.

"Today's indictments provide fresh evidence of what many of us have been seeing for some time: the growing nexus between drug trafficking and terrorism, a nexus that threatens to become a clear and present  danger to our national security," he said. "As crime goes global, the long arm of the law has to get even longer."

To infiltrate the networks, the Drug Enforcement Administration utilized DEA sources posing as links to the Taliban and Lebanon's Hezbollah.

Derek Maltz, special agent in charge of the DEA Special Operations Division, said the probe was a response to the growing realization that drug dealers were funding terrorism. He estimated that 50 percent of foreign terrorist organizations are involved in some aspect of the drug trade.

He said income from drugs helps the terrorist groups buy weapons and explosives and pay off corrupt governments, besides funding expenses such as travel.

In one case, authorities announced the arrest of Taza Gul Alizai. An indictment accused him of selling about 5 kilograms of heroin in May 2008 to a DEA source who posed two years later as a Taliban representative when Taza Gul agreed to arrange the sale of six AK-47 assault rifles and an additional 10 kilograms of heroin.

The indictment said a co-conspirator of Taza Gul told the DEA source that heroin laboratories in Afghanistan are under Taliban protection.

In the other prosecution that involved meetings in Turkey, Romania and Greece, DEA sources arranged to import hundreds of kilograms of high-quality heroin into the United States, telling their targets that they would use proceeds of the drug deals to buy weapons for Hezbollah, an indictment said.



Two of three men charged in that probe agreed since February to buy military-grade weapons from the DEA sources so that they could be provided to the Iran-backed Hezbollah Shiite Muslim militia, the indictment said, citing meetings in Romania, Cyprus, Malaysia and elsewhere.

Authorities said the men signed a written agreement in Malaysia last month to buy 48 American-made Stinger missiles, 5,000 AK-47 assault rifles and 1,000 handguns, among other weapons, for $9.5 million.

Those arrested in the probe on conspiracy and weapons charges were identified as Siavosh Henareh, Bachar Wehbe and Cetin Aksu.

Henareh and Aksu were arrested in Bucharest, Romania, on Monday. According to Interpol notices Monday, Wehbe and Taza Gul were detained in the Maldives; both were transferred to DEA custody and brought to New York. At initial court appearances, both were detained without bail. Lawyers for both declined to comment.

All four men face various narcotics and conspiracy charges that carry the potential for a sentence of life in prison. It was not immediately clear who will represent the men in the United States.



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Tuesday 26 July 2011

QUEBEC to INCLUDE CTTA in TRADE MISSION to BRAZIL

Ministry of Economic Development, Innovation and Export Trade Sponsors Security Industry Leaders
Montreal, Quebec--(July 26, 2011) - The Canadian Tactical Training Academy (CTTA) (Pink Sheets: CTTG).

The Canadian Tactical Training Academy is pleased to announce today that it has been selected by the Quebec Ministry of Economic Development, Innovation and Export Trade to be part of an upcoming Trade Mission to Brazil. The Mission will focus on the security industry.
The Ministry`s Department of Latin American Affairs has appointed Ms. Karine Couture, Counsellor in International Affairs to assist CTTA in planning for the Trade Mission. Ms. Couture indicated that CTTA will have one-on-one meetings with between six and ten pre-qualified potential customers in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The Mission begins on August 29 and runs through September 2, 2011.
The Ministry will provide a subsidy in order to reduce CTTA`s expenditures.
During the next few years Brazil will spend more than $1 Billion on all aspects of public security as it prepares to host three very important international events. Security expenditures will include training for all levels of the military, police, and events security.
The Brazilian Grand Prix, held annually at Interlagos, is part of the Formula One world Championship.
In 2014 Brazil will host the FIFA World Cup (of Soccer) in 12 cities.
In 2016 the Summer Olympics will be hosted by Rio de Janeiro.
Brazil normally attracts 5 million tourists per year who spend more than $6 Billion dollars. These numbers are expected to rise sharply over the next years.
Mr. Angelo Marino, Vice President of Operations of CTTA, commented, “We are very pleased to have been selected by the Ministry to be part of this important Trade Mission. This recognition is a confirmation that CTTA is on the right track. Brazil is the place to be for our industry because of the World Cup and Olympics which will be hosted during the next few years.  Also, we already have a partnership in Brazil with MAF Protection Control Risks Group, headquartered in Sao Paulo. “

About The Canadian Tactical Training Academy

The Canadian Tactical Training Academy (CTTA) is an organization devoted to the training of law enforcement, security, investigation, protection officers and all those who dedicate themselves to maintaining peace. The Academy also provides tailored security and safety-oriented civilian training at both the individual and corporate levels.
CTTA offers recognized tactical training programs of the highest level, as well as specialized programs for the fields of Intelligence and Investigation, Executive Protection and both Public and Private Security and Safety.
CTTA`s Mission is to facilitate professional training and operational objectives by offering the tools and guidance required to enhance careers and ensure survival!
CTTA offers specialized programs such as: Executive Protection, Investigation and Surveillance, Rapid Integrated Survival Kombat (RISK) System, Tactical Firearms, Handcuffing, Airport and Airline Security (IATA and ICAO standards), Ports Facilities and Maritime Security (ISPS Code), Basic SWAT Techniques, Corporate Safety Awareness, and much more.
CTTA`s civilian training programs are recognized by numerous notable corporations, and its instructors are proud members of several prestigious law enforcement and security associations.

Risk factors and cautionary statement about forward-looking information
This press release includes forward-looking statements about our plans and future performance, including those under Outlook for 2011. These statements use such words as "may," "will," "expect," "believe," "plan," "anticipate," "contemplate," "target," "continue," "intend," "estimate," "project," and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. They reflect our expectations and speak only as of the date of this press release. We do not undertake to update them. Our expectations (or the underlying assumptions) may change or not be realized, and you should not rely unduly on forward-looking statements.
Contacts:

Jocelyn Moisan, Angelo Marino and John Farinaccio

Canadian Tactical Training Academy

7000 Cote de Liesse, Suite 8
Montreal, Quebec, H4T 1E7, Canada
Phone: 514-373-8411

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Monday 25 July 2011

CTTA SIGNS AGREEMENT with KUWAITI SECURITY and DEFENCE AGENCY

AL-SAFWA IS SOLE PROVIDER to KUWAITI MILITARY and POLICE 


Montreal, Quebec--(July 25, 2011) - The Canadian Tactical Training Academy (CTTA) (Pink Sheets: CTTG). 

The Canadian Tactical Training Academy announced today that an agreement has been reached with AL-SAFWA SECURITY and DEFENCE SYSTEM COMPANY. 

After their meetings in Kuwait and negotiations with AL-SAFWA the CTTA business development team signed a Memorandum of Understanding to co-operate in delivering a “pilot project of Specialized Law Enforcement Training to a select group of participants belonging to the National Police Force, in the State of Kuwait”. 

Assistance in negotiating the agreement was provided by Dr. Nasser M. Al-Masri, Chairman of the Alnajah Private Institute, headquartered in Hawalli, State of Kuwait. Dr. Al-Masri is the liaison between CTTA and AL-Safwa and is a member of the Board of Directors of Al-Safwa. 
The agreement was signed by Brigadier General Ali Moh`d Al Fodari, Deputy Chairman and Managing Director of Al-Safwa Security and Defence System Company. 

Al-Safwa Security and Defence System Company was established in 1993 by retired officers of the Kuwaiti Defence Forces, National Guard, and Fire Brigade with the encouragement of the Amir of Kuwait, with the aim of working closely in coordination with defence forces, security authorities and Ministries to utilize the experience of Retired Officers to serve the country. 
The State of Kuwait maintains a 20% ownership of the company. 

Mr. Angelo Marino, Vice President of CTTA, commented, “After much hard work and intense negotiations, CTTA is pleased to have entered into this important breakthrough agreement with Al-Safwa Security and Defence System Company. The opportunity to provide professional training services in Kuwait is enormous. CTTA is also operating in Qatar and Saudi Arabia to provide Security Training, Logistics, and Consulting Services opportunities with various government agencies. We expect the Middle East to be an important focus for us in the coming years." 

About The Canadian Tactical Training Academy 

The Canadian Tactical Training Academy (CTTA) is an organization devoted to the training of law enforcement, security, investigation, protection officers and all those who dedicate themselves to maintaining peace. The Academy also provides tailored security and safety-oriented civilian training at both the individual and corporate levels. 

CTTA offers recognized tactical training programs of the highest level, as well as specialized programs for the fields of Intelligence and Investigation, Executive Protection and both Public and Private Security and Safety. 

CTTA`s Mission is to facilitate professional training and operational objectives by offering the tools and guidance required to enhance careers and ensure survival! 

CTTA offers specialized programs such as: Executive Protection, Investigation and Surveillance, Rapid Integrated Survival Kombat (RISK) System, Tactical Firearms, Handcuffing, Airport and Airline Security (IATA and ICAO standards), Ports Facilities and Maritime Security (ISPS Code), Basic SWAT Techniques, Corporate Safety Awareness, and much more. 

CTTA`s civilian training programs are recognized by numerous notable corporations, and its instructors are proud members of several prestigious law enforcement and security associations. 



Risk factors and cautionary statement about forward-looking information 

This press release includes forward-looking statements about our plans and future performance, including those under Outlook for 2011. These statements use such words as "may," "will," "expect," "believe," "plan," "anticipate," "contemplate," "target," "continue," "intend," "estimate," "project," and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. They reflect our expectations and speak only as of the date of this press release. We do not undertake to update them. Our expectations (or the underlying assumptions) may change or not be realized, and you should not rely unduly on forward-looking statements. 

Contacts: 

Jocelyn Moisan, Angelo Marino and John Farinaccio 

Canadian Tactical Training Academy
7000 Cote de Liesse, Suite 8
Montreal, Quebec, H4T 1E7, Canada
 

Phone: 514-373-8411 

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Sunday 24 July 2011

FACING THE TERRORISM THREAT FROM TWO SIDES



Norwegians, reeling at the death of at least 93 adults and children in Friday’s mass shootings and bombing attack, are being forced to confront the fact that the perpetrator is not a lone madman, but a highly organized Norwegian political terrorist who claims to be part of a Europe-wide movement opposed to Muslim immigrants and multiculturalism.

The confessed killer, 32-year-old Anders Behring Breivik, released a 1,500-page manifesto moments before his terror spree and made statements through his lawyer while being interrogated on the weekend that suggest he intends to use his atrocity as a platform to espouse a type of anti-immigrant politics that has become increasingly popular in Europe. 

The revelations come as a blow to European police and intelligence officials, who now appear to face two parallel terror threats, one Islamic and one anti-Islamic, which share xenophobic beliefs, violent tactics and even inspirational leaders, and differ only in their targets. 

Amid the grief over the car-bomb explosion set off by Mr. Breivik in central Oslo that killed at least seven, followed by a 90-minute shooting spree on a small island summer camp for supporters of the governing Labour Party in which Mr. Breivik chased down and killed at least 87 youth and children, some reportedly under 10 years old, Norwegians pledged to defy his beliefs. 

“I am proud of living in a country that has managed to stand up on its feet in such a critical time. … We are still horrified over what happened. But we will never give up our values,” Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg told thousands of people gathered at Oslo’s cathedral for a sombre memorial service Sunday. 

Mr. Stoltenberg repeated his call to reject the terrorist’s anti-immigration and anti-multiculturalism rage by reinforcing those very values: “Our answer is more democracy, more openness, and more humanity – but never naivety.” 

Mr. Breivik, according to police, willingly confessed to the killings, though he claims that he was not breaking the law. At a pretrial hearing Monday he will be allowed to make a statement, which his lawyer said would be a lengthy declaration of his political beliefs. Norwegian authorities said they may close the hearing to the media. 

They are also scrambling to assemble intelligence and policing resources to confront a political movement that had been considered alarming but largely non-violent in previous years, one that includes elected parties and movements in the Netherlands and Finland as well as scores of fringe parties and publications throughout the continent. 

In his manifesto, titled “2083: A European Declaration of Independence” and written under an Anglicized version of his name, Mr. Breivik describes himself as a member of a nine-year-old organization he calls the Knights Templar Justiciar, comprising between 12 and 18 members, who pledge to use “martyrdom” to crush Muslim immigration, multiculturalism, and the individuals and parties who tolerate immigrants, who they characterize as “Marxists” or “multiculturalists.”
Mr. Breivik’s lawyer said on Sunday that his client is a member of an international network. The manifesto was first sent Friday morning to the True Finns, an extreme-right party that holds nearly 20 per cent of the seats in Finland’s parliament. 

The title of his work describes the year when Mr. Breivik believes that Muslims will become a majority in Europe and a racial war will be required. (This is based on demographic concepts, popular on the extreme right, that have been refuted by science. Muslims are and will remain a small minority in Europe.) 

His manifesto draws approvingly on the ideas of popular anti-immigration and anti-multiculturalism writers and figureheads such as Geert Wilders, Bruce Bawer, Melanie Phillips, Theodore Dalrymple, and Canadian Mark Steyn in order to characterize Muslims as being united in an ideological conspiracy to impose a “Eurabia” through “demographic warfare” and dominate the population. 


 
CTTA offers comprehensive Counter-Terrorism courses designed for decision makers and first responders.  
From preventative design to developing intelligence assets to the first response to an attack CTTA provides law enforcement personnel the tool to counter this growing threat.

The Canadian Tactical training Academy (CTTA) is an organization devoted to worldwide training of peace and law enforcement officers, as well as all other professionals involved in the fields of security, investigation, protection and the maintenance of order.
The Academy also provides tailored security and safety-oriented civilian training at both the individual and corporate levels.

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