The greatest damage to the jihadis' moral standing has been wrought not by the global offensive but by their own brutality.

ECONOMIST: Al-Qaeda

'Dead or alive' implies that gloves are now off in America's war against terrorism, ridding Afghanistan of the Taliban and Al Qaeda is only the beginning of a global offensive, much of it fought in the shadows.

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Still, De Bontin says Henry's offensive prowess and global appeal of Henry have enhanced the team's international standing as well as the brand of beverage maker Red Bull, which bought the club in 2006 and also owns teams in Austria, Brazil and Germany.

WSJ: Is Thierry Henry Worth the Money?

He and his team of 450 spend a great deal of time on Iraq and Afghanistan they conceived the offensive strategy in the global war on terrorism but their strategic focus extends to virtually every corner of the world.

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Having proved himself a friend of the global economy in this way, Mr Gore went on the offensive.

ECONOMIST: Al Gore advances | The