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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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