Dec 24, 2002

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The United States has again placed its forces underheightened alert in Yemen amid concerns of an Al Qaida-led offensive.

Dec 23, 2002

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- Saudi Arabia has formally approved the limited use ofits Prince Sultan air base in any U.S.-led war against Iraq.

Dec 19, 2002

ABU DHABI [MENL] -- Saudi Arabia has completed final preparations for thelaunch of a reconnaissance satellite.

Dec 15, 2002

NICOSIA [MENL] -- Lebanon plans to prosecute a national charged with tryingto recruit and train members for Al Qaida.