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Concern over ‘Credible Threats’ in Middle East, Africa from Al Qaeda

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BY: Ellison Barber  —  August 4, 2013 2:36 pm

Lawmakers and officials expressed Sunday growing concern over “credible threats” faced by U.S. interests in the Middle East and North Africa from al Qaeda affiliates.
In recent days, the United States closed 22 diplomatic posts in the region, and issued a month-long travel alert specifically citing al Qaeda activity.

• Chambliss: ‘This is the most serious threat that I've seen in the last several years’