Al-Qaida planning terrorist attacks in Gaza

Al-Hayat, an Arabic newspaper published in London, reported that an al-Qaida affiliated group operating in Gaza is planning terrorist attacks against sensitive targets in the area. Jordanian intelligence sources told the paper that the group has about 10 members. Al-Hayat also reported that al-Qaida recently appointed a chief for the region of Jordan, Israel, Syria and Lebanon, according to Israel Radio. Al-Qaida is taking advantage of the lawlessness in Gaza to establish operational networks.