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Algerian Civil War
The conflict between the Algerian government and several rebel groups led to a civil war within the country. When the national Liberation front cancelled the elections it removed the president from power. The GIA which is the Armed Islamic group rebelled against the government and murdered innocent people all so they can overthrow the government. -
Seperation from GIA
The GSPC seperated themselves from the Armed Islamic Group. They left because they thought the brutal tactics were hurting the Islamic cause. The group formed more and became larger because more people came together. -
GSPC is formed
The group broke away from the AIG (1992-2000) they left because they believed in a more pure interpretation of the Koran. They also believed to take the government they must attack the Algerian militants more for the civilians. -
Abu Musab Abdul Wadud
Abu is the current leader of AQIM. Nabil Sahraoui died he became the leader while he was in power he killed many people with terrorist attacks. -
Nabil Sahraoui death
In 2003 on the same day Abu became leader. Nabil pledged his allegiance to Osama Bin Laden. Who is apart of Al- Qaeda's organization. Nabil was shot in 2004, and replaced by Abu Musab Abdel Wadoud. -
Recent threats in the US
Kamel Bourgass, which is a member of the AQIM. He was convicted for public housance by the use of poisens or explosives -
GSPC to AQIM
In February the GSPC changed their name to AQIM. They joined forces with Al- Qaeda in early 2006 to show that they are aff -
US involvement
The US department of treasury imposed financial sanctions on him. By doing this the US has tried to slow down the AQIM. -
Current Targets
The US obtains a tape from Abu Musab Abdel Wadoud showing his feelings about Israli Invasion of Gaza. -
Connection to AQIM and attack on Libya
Hilary Clinton suggests that there is a link between the AQIM and attack on American diplomatic mission in Benghazi, Libya.
