Response to Terror

Terrorism: According to translation, he admits knowing of Sept. 11 attacks and laughs about the results. Carnage exceeded his “most optimistic” expectations.

Dec. 14, 2001

Spying: Orders come from the top but the foot soldiers know little, intelligence experts find.

Dec. 14, 2001

Reaction: Poor audio and video quality, along with translation, do not win many converts.

Dec. 14, 2001

For most Americans, as well as many in Europe and around the world, watching the hourlong videotape of Osama bin Laden and his rapturous admirers will probably make them only more sure of all they thought was true.

Dec. 14, 2001

Tape: Terror leader’s chortling account with companions is seen as damning evidence. Law professor calls recording “a smoking gun.”

Dec. 14, 2001

War: Tora Bora fighters make feint toward surrender, then press forward. Others escape.

Dec. 14, 2001

Afghanistan: The Army starts patrolling Kandahar, helping the new government secure the city’s streets.

Dec. 14, 2001

A federal judge Thursday ordered Zacarias Moussaoui, the first defendant indicted in connection with the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, sent to Virginia where he will be tried.

Dec. 14, 2001

Victims: Pat Flounders struggled to keep going after her husband, Joe, died in the World Trade Center attack. Finally, it became too much.

Dec. 14, 2001

Security: Federal official tells Gov. Davis threats to public safety would be ranked on credibility.

Dec. 14, 2001

“Do you know a terrorist? . . . Now, do something about it. . . . You may be eligible for a reward.”

Dec. 14, 2001

Video: He exploited Muslim folkways, in which such omens are common, experts say.

Dec. 14, 2001

Reaction: They see a “monster” gloating over the death of their loved ones. Some say it will boost American resolve.

Dec. 14, 2001

Raid: Abandoned facility is secured without a shot being fired. U.S. planes will use it for both relief and military operations.

Dec. 14, 2001