Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) official Khalid bin Umar Batarfi spoke on the recent inclusion of “scholars” and “preachers” on lists of terrorists, arguing this is evidence of an alleged U.S.-led war on Islam.

In a relatively new development for the group, and demonstrating its heightened interest in its media efforts, al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video of its attack one day prior on a Yemeni army camp in Hadramawt.

As a follow-up to its claim for an attack on a Yemeni army camp in Hadramawt governorate, al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) provided new details on the operation, claiming to have killed 15 “Elite Forces”.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) published photos showing attacks with heavy machineguns on Houthi military positions in Yemen’s al-Bayda’ governorate.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed credit for an attack on a Yemeni army camp in Hadramawt governorate, in addition to strikes on Houthis in al-Bayda’, Ibb, and Taiz.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) official Khalid bin Umar Batarfi condemned the reception by Saudi leaders for U.S. President Donald Trump, remarking that it demonstrates their lack of religiosity and morals, and urged Yemeni tribes to battle any U.S. military presence on the ground.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released two videos of storming Houthi military positions in Yemen’s al-Bayda’ governorate, and claimed a mortar strike on a Central Security camp occupied by Houthis in Taiz.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released two videos respectively showing a bombing of a Houthi truck and storming of a Houthi military position in Yemen’s al-Bayda’ governorate, and also claimed attacks in the past two days in al-Bayda’ and Ibb.

Al-Bayda’ Province, a division of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen, published a photo report showing a sniper training camp in the country’s Qifa area.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed two separate sniper attacks on Houthis in Yemen’s Taiz governorate, and ambushing and bombing other Houthi fighters in al-Bayda’.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video on the May 10, 2017, suicide bombing on a gathering of Elite Forces in Yemen’s Hadramawt governorate.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing at least 14 Houthi fighters in attacks in Yemen’s Ibb and al-Bayda’ governorates in a 13-day period.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) issued a statement on the operation by U.S. Special Forces in Yemen’s Marib governorate on May 23, 2017, denying that they targeted one of its camps, and praising the tribesmen who stood against and defeated the invading forces.

One week following footage released of the group’s capture of Hemmat al Hasm Mountain in Rada’a, Yemen, al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video showing its assault and capture of Nuofan Mountain in the same area.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed attacks on Houthis across its Rada’a, Ibb, and Bayda’ provinces in Yemen.

Al-Bayda' Province, a division of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen, published two concurrent photos reports on clashes with Houthi elements in the Qifa area.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed a suicide operation against Yemeni Elite Forces in the country’s Hadramawt governorate.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video showing its assault and capture of Hemmat al Hasm Mountain in Rada’a, and estimated 400 Houthis killed in one year.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing and wounding Houthis and targeting Yemeni Elite forces in al-Bayda’ and Hadramawt, respectively.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video showing multiple attacks on Houthis in al-Bayda’, Yemen, and highlighting the U.S.’ January 29, 2017 raid in al-Bayda’.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video of its leader, Qasim al-Rimi (AKA Abu Huraira al-Sana'ani), calling for “eye for an eye” lone-wolf attacks in the West as retaliation for “traged[ies] upon Muslims.”

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video detailing clashes against Security Belt Forces (SBF) in Yemen’s Abyan province, and war spoils seized in the aftermath.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released an interview with its leader, Qassim al-Rimi (AKA Abu Huraira al-Sana’ani), discussing the January 29 U.S.-led raid in Yemen’s al-Bayda’ governorate.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing and wounding over 75 Houthis, fighters and commanders, in various attacks in Yemen’s al-Bayda’ and Ibb governorates over a one-month period.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) issued a statement addressing the local population in Yemen’s Taiz governorate, seeking an understanding with them and denying any connection to recent assassinations.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video documenting the January 29, 2017, raid by U.S. Special Forces in the Yakla area of Yemen’s al-Bayda’ governorate, and threatening and inciting for attacks on the U.S. and its regional interests.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) published the fifth issue of its “Inspire Guide,” analyzing in it the March 22, 2017 attack in London, in the vicinity of the British Parliament in Westminster.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released an audio speech from group official Khalid bin Umar Batarfi calling on Sunni militants in Yemen to remain steadfast and for Muslims to rally in their cause.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peinsula (AQAP) provided details on its four-man suicide raid on a complex in Yemen’s Lahij governorate housing security and civil administrations and a Security Belt Forces (SBF) headquarters.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing and wounding dozens in a suicide bombing on governorate buildings and security and military headquarters in Lahij, the assassinations of two Houthi commanders in Ibb province, and various attacks on Houthis in Hadramawt, al-Bayda’, and Rada’a.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a message urging support from Hadramawt locals and condemning those who join in fighting for UAE-backed forces.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) urged Sunnis in Yemen to reinforce the fighting front in the Qifa area of Yemen’s al-Bayda’ governorate before it falls to the Houthis.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) reported that an attempted U.S. soldier landing operation was thwarted in Yemen’s Abyan province.

Al-Bayda’ Province, a division of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen, reported its fighters thwarting an attempt by Houthis to advance on a position they hold in the Qifa area, and published photos of the clash and its aftermath.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed four attacks on Houthis in Yemen’s al-Bayda’ and Ibb governorates within a two-day period.

Al-Bayda’ Province, an Islamic State (IS) division in Yemen, claimed killing and wounding dozens of Houthi elements in an assault on the area of Hama Liqah in Qifa.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video showing its fighters clashing with and repulsing Yemeni Elite Forces in Hadramawt governorate, and also featuring scenes of fighter training in assassinations and kidnapping.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing and wounding dozens of commanders and troops at a Security Belt Forces (SBF) headquarters as a result of a suicide bombing and raid in Yemen’s Abyan governorate, in addition to taking credit for operations on Houthis in al-Bayda’, Ibb, and Hadramawt.

Al-Bayda’ Province, an Islamic State (IS) division in Yemen, claimed credit for a suicide bombing on a “den” of what it described as Houthi “polytheists” in the city of Rada’a.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed an assassination attempt on two security officials in Yemen’s Ibb governorate, and also took credit for attacks on Houthi fighter and commanders and Security Belt Forces (SBF) in Abyan, al-Bayda’, and Ibb.

Within 20 days, al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed carrying out 23 attacks targeting Houthis and Security Belt Forces (SBF) in Yemen’s Abyan, al-Bayda’, and Ibb governorates, including killing one SBF commander in Abyan and two Houthi commanders in Ibb.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) leader Abu Huraira al-Sana’ani (AKA Qassim al-Rimi) released an audio speech condemning the raid by U.S. Special Forces in Qifa, and stating that it exposed the “ugly face” of America, while the defense mounted by fighters “slapped” U.S. President Donald Trump.

In the seventh issue of its "al-Nafeer" (Call to Mobilize) bulletin, al-Qaeda condemned the recent incident in the Qifa area of Yemen's al-Bayda' governorate in which civilians were killed by U.S. forces, and declared that U.S. President Donald Trump will will fail in his promise to eradicate Islamic terrorism.

Aden-Abyan Province of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen claimed damaging a vehicle of security administration with an explosive device in Aden.

In a formal statement regarding the U.S. Special Operations Forces raid in Yemen’s al-Bayda’ province, al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) declared that it proves the “inhumane” nature of the enemy and incites Muslims and fighters against America.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) reported that nearly 30 people including women and children were killed in a raid launched by U.S. forces in Yemen’s al-Bayda’ governorate, and American soldiers suffered casualties in the ensuing clashes.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) reported that nearly 30 people including women and children were killed in a raid launched by U.S. forces in Yemen’s al-Bayda’ governorate, and American soldiers suffered casualties in the ensuing clashes.

Al-Liwa’ Al-Akhder (Green Brigade) Province, the division of the Islamic State (IS) for Yemen’s Ibb governorate, claiming killing and wounding a number of Houthis in a suicide bombing at their checkpoint.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed eight attacks on Houthi fighters and Security Belt Forces (SBF) between January 13 and January 18, 2017, in Yemen’s Abyan, al-Bayda’, and Ibb governorates.

The editor-in-chief of the al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP)-affiliated al-Masra Newspaper, Jaber Abdul Ghani, answered a series of questions regarding the magazine’s establishment and independence in addition to readers’ participation inquiries.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing a Security Belt Forces (SBF) commander and a number of his guards in a car bombing in Yemen's Abyan governorate.

A man identifying himself as Craig McAllister appeared in a video to say he’s kidnapped in Yemen and his captors want their demands met or they will kill him.

In less than one week, al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed ten attacks targeting Houthis and Security Belt Forces (SBF) in Yemen’s Abyan, al-Bayda’, and Ibb governorates, and clarified a video clip of an assassination in a statement attributed to the group’s Shabwa division.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing four soldiers from the Popular Committees and firing mortars at Security Belt Forces (SBF) in Yemen’s Abyan governorate, and attacking Houthi fighters in al-Bayda’.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) clarified its association with al-Masra newspaper and claimed 11 attacks on Houthi fighters and Security Belt Forces (SBF) in a two-week period in Yemen's Abyan, al-Bayda', and Ibb governorates.

Aden-Abyan Province of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen claimed killing 70 security forces in a suicide bombing at Camp Solban in Aden.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed retaking what it described as a "strategic" mountain in Yemen's al-Bayda' governorate on day after Houthis captured it, and took credit for six attacks on Houthi fighters and Yemeni security officials in that governorate and Ibb.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video on its recent battles with Houthi fighters in Yemen's al-Bayda' governorate, and on the Kasad front in particular, and showing fighters killed in those confrontations and in a U.S. airstrike.

Al-Bayda' Province, a division of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen, published a photo report on a training camp named in honor of deceased IS spokesman Abu Muhammad al-'Adnani.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing and wounding 32 Houthis in the span of one week in Yemen’s Ibb governorates.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed three bombings aimed at Security Belt Forces (SBF) in Yemen's Abyan governorate, and one targeting Houthi "death squads" in Ibb.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed three bombings aimed at Security Belt Forces (SBF) in Yemen's Abyan governorate, and one targeting Houthi "death squads" in Ibb.

Aden-Abyan Province, a division of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen, published photos of assassinating a man linked to security at Aden International Airport.

Al-Masra, a digital newspaper linked to al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), featured an article about the prevalence of Snapchat among foreign fighters in Syria, and cautioned against its use.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed that Security Belt Forces (SBF) in Yemen's Abyan governorate have incurred near-daily attacks by its fighters, reporting on some of them between November 8 and November 17, 2016, and also taking credit for operations on Houthis in al-Bayda' and Ibb.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video on the July 2016, suicide raid at Camp Solban in Yemen's Aden governorate, promoting it as a revenge attack for Emirati airstrikes on Muslims in Abyan and Lahij.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed a bombing on "Security Belt Forces" (SBF) in Yemen's Abyan governorate, and killing a Houthi commander in al-Bayda'.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing eight Elite Forces and wounding eight others in a suicide bombing in Yemen's al-Mukalla city, and reported other operations on Houthi fighters and Security Belt Forces in Abyan, al-Bayda', and Ibb governorates.

Qifa area. In a communique issued on November 4, 2016, the group reported that the Houthis attacked IS fighters’ positions in Qifa, sparking a clash between the two sides.

Qosi (AKA Khubaib al-Sudani) threatening the United States and calling on Islamic State (IS) fighters to repent and consolidate ranks.

A group purporting to consist of "some of the most distinguished of the mujahideen of the Islamic Maghreb" published the first issue of a magazine called "Al-Huda" (Guidance), concerning global jihad and that in North Africa in particular.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed six attacks on Houthi fighters and commanders, and Security Belt Forces, in Yemen's Abyan, al-Bayda', and Ibb governorates, and released a video on its deterring a Houthi advance in the city of Rada'a.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video of multiple attacks on Houthi positions in Rada'a, a city in Yemen's al-Bayda' governorate.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released an audio speech from a group official, Khalid bin Umar Batarfi, portraying the battles in Iraq, Syria, and Yemen, and Mosul in particular, as a "Crusader-Safavid" plot against Sunnis.

In an "exclusive" in the 51st issue of its al-Naba newspaper, the Islamic State (IS) reported on its military activities against Houthi fighters in Yemen's al-Bayda' governorate, and boasted that it repelled the "largest" attack they mounted on its positions in Qifa.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video statistical report on its operations between October 14, 2015, and October 1, 2016, claiming a total of 290.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing 12 elements from the "Security Belt Forces" (SBF) in Yemen's Abyan governorate in two separate attacks.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing five Houthi commanders in Yemen's Ibb governorate in a period of nine days, and issued a statement clarifying an issue between it and the al-Bu Bakr bin Daha tribe.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed attacks with explosive devices and a car bomb on Houthi fighters and Security Belt Forces, in addition to other attacks in Yemen's Abyan, al-Bayda', and Ibb governorates.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claiming killing dozens of Houthis in repelling their advance on Mount Nawfan in Yemen's al-Bayda' governorate, and claimed other attacks on Houthis as well as Security Belt Forces in al-Bayda', Abyan, and Lahij.

Aden-Abyan Province of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen published photo reports on its assassinating two Political Security officers in Aden’s Mansoura district.

Aden-Abyan Province of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen released a video on its operations over the past months, including the suicide bombings hitting recruitment centers in Khormaskar in May 2016, and in Mansurah in August 2016.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed six attacks on Security Belt Forces in Yemen’s Abyan and Lahij governorates in a one-week period, in addition to strikes on Houthis in al-Bayda’, and Yemeni police in Aden.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), in the third issue of its "Inspire Guide," advised male jihadists in the West to prevent women from participating in lone-wolf attacks, and regarding the arrest of three women in Paris, called for attacks in France.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) denied having a link to the bombings in public markets and gathering places in Yemen's Marib governorate, and claimed attacks on Houthis and Security Belt Forces in al-Bayda' and Abyan.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video focusing on two spies involved in the assassination of the group's military commander, Hamza al-Zinjibari (AKA Jalal Bal’idi al-Marqishi), by drone strike.

Aden-Abyan Province of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen claimed killing nearly 60 in a suicide bombing at a "militia" recruitment center in Aden.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) released a video showing clashes with Houthis in the Rada'a area of Yemen's al-Bayda' governorate, and training footage from the "Camp of Usama bin Laden".

Aden-Abyan Province of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen claimed assassinating a Criminal Investigation colonel in the Sheikh Uthman area of Aden, and published photos of the incident.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing three Houthi officials in the Yemeni capital, Sana'a, in what it described as a "unique operation".

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed killing and wounding dozens in a suicide bombing on forces loyal to exiled Yemeni president Abd Rabbuh Mansur Hadi in Abyan, making it the second such attack in the governorate in three days.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed a suicide bombing on forces loyal to exiled Yemeni president Abd Rabbuh Mansur Hadi in Abyan governorate, and seven other attacks on Yemeni troops and Houthi fighters in al-Bayda' and Ibb.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed five attacks on Houthi fighters in Yemens' al-Bayda' and Ibb governorates, and reported that an Arab coalition aircraft hit a truck carrying food in Abyan and injured four civilians.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed a dual suicide bombing on an Arab coalition camp in Yemen's Lahij governorate.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) reported that three children were killed in an airstrike by the Arab coalition in Yemen's Abyan governorate.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed a bomb blast targeting the motorcade of Ahmad Saif al-Yafa’i, commander of Yemen's Fourth Military Zone, in Aden, and carrying out ten attacks on Houthis and others in al-Bayda', Ibb, and Lahij governorates.

The Islamic State (IS) released the July 24-25, 2016 English editions of its al-Bayan provincial news bulletin, which included recaps of operations in Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Yemen, and Egypt.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) analyzed the deadly vehicular attack in Nice, France, in the second issue of its "Inspire Guide," exploring it from multiple angles, including the location, the time, and the weapons used. The 4-page Arabic and English document was posted on Telegram and Twitter on July 21, 2016. The first issue in the "Inspire Guide" series looked into the Orlando nightclub shooting by Omar Mateen and gave advice to lone-wolves for future operations based on its findings. In the introduction to his analysis, the author justified the attack on the basis of France's actions and interventions against Muslims in Afghanistan, Africa, and elsewhere, and wrote about the operation:

Recently France has witness a bold and courageous Inghimaasi (plunging deep into enemy lines) operation from one of the heroes of Lone Jihad and in one of the most important cities in France, Nice. The operation instilled fear in France and in the entire European continent. Bearing with it a message, indications and consequences that we must evaluate, ponder the idea, method and means of the operation for the Lone Mujahid so as to enable him to repeat, and inspire him to be creative in using any possible means available to execute a Jihadi operation that will crush the enemy.

In the analysis portion, he noted that the attacker, Mohamed Lahouaiej-Bouhlel, or "Muhammad Al-Huwayj," as he wrote it, took the enemy by surprise, carefully chose a target to ensure maximum casualties, and selected a day on which many people would be in the streets. He also praised Lahouaiej, stating that he executed the plan in "its totality and perfection". Regarding the selection of a truck as the primary weapon, the guide's author wrote:

At a time when the security agencies focus on tracking primary materials in designing explosives. Focusing their precautionary measures and plans on the expected type of means used in previous operations, then came the Mujahid Muhammad with a new weapon, a weapon originally used by civilians. This enabled him not to attract any attention when acquiring it, moving with it or even during execution. And among the important things in selecting the type of weapon for this operation is its simplicity, easy to use and Investing it during execution.

Aden-Abyan Province of the Islamic State (IS) in Yemen claimed killing seven Yemeni soldiers in a bombing in Aden.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed credit for two suicide bombings on separate military positions in Yemen's Hadramawt governorate, and a blast on a Yemeni army vehicle in Lahij.