Talk:Abd al-Bari Atwan

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[edit] Banned from Australia

Australia's government/spy agency has just banned Atwan from entering the country. See http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/asio-ban-on-terrorism-expert/2007/09/12/1189276810220.html 203.2.182.254 06:39, 13 September 2007 (UTC)

He wasn't 'banned'. HIs visa was put under extra consideration which, considering the comments listed in this article but not reported by ANY Australian major media outlet, was perhaps wise. His visa has now been granted, however. Jgda 22:02, 13 September 2007 (UTC)

Yes Jgda is correct, the SMH was exaggerating the situation to sell newspapers. Sorry for spreading misinformation! 203.2.182.254 04:38, 14 September 2007 (UTC)