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Blood From Stones: The Secret Financial Network of Terror
Title: Blood From Stones: The Secret Financial Network of Terror
Author: Farah, Douglas
Date: 2004
Bibliography: Farah, Douglas. 2004. Blood From Stones: The Secret Financial Network of Terror. NY:Broadway Books
Key Words:
Blind Spot, Farah Douglas, diamond industry, al-Qaeda
Summary of Key Issues, Points, Conclusions:
Book based on the research findings and experience of the author in his investigation of terrorist financial links to the diamond trade in Africa. Specifically the author details the financial transactions and linkages of al-Qaeda and the diamond industry in Sierra Leone and Liberia. The work explains the inner workings of the informal money transferal system, corrupt political officials, banks, charity organizations, and the legitimization of illegitimate monies. The work really explains the sophistication of the al-Qaeda network and its ability to launder funds.
Name of Researcher: Tyson Voelkel
Institution: Bush School of Government and Public Service
Date Posted: February 1, 2007