Iran army: Al-Qaida's rise in Mideast more dangerous than nuclear bomb

Head of Iran's armed forces says West claims to fight al-Qaida in Pakistan, while ignoring its increased influence, violent attacks in Syria and Lebanon.

By Haaretz | 11:10 12.06.12 |

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Al-Qaida's rise in Lebanon and Syria poses a greater threat to Europe than nuclear weapons, the chief of Iran's armed forces said on Monday, adding that the militant organization had a new leader replacing Osama bin Laden.

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Iran army: Al-Qaida's rise in Mideast more dangerous than nuclear bomb

Head of Iran's armed forces says West claims to fight al-Qaida in Pakistan, while ignoring its increased influence, violent attacks in Syria and Lebanon.

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