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I read that there was alot of comment that was anti-Malala and the western press made no big deal about daily drone strikes? How strong is that sentiment there?

His best protection is his passport. The Syrians will think long and hard before they do something stupid with an US citizen. That may strange but I think it is true. I saw the video - it looked faked - they were trying to make it look like he'd been captured by rebel fighters. I think the Syrians do have him.

I think Andrew is back doing some breaking news for AJE and hopefully will back on soon.

jackie what do you think is the real threat posed by AQIM to France and the French people? What is the evidence that supports their actions in Mali today?