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To: Haim R. Branisteanu who wrote (132486)11/2/2001 8:51:40 AM
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Al Qaeda Cash Tied to Diamond Trade
Sale of Gems From Sierra Leone Rebels Raised Millions, Sources Say

"When prices go up and supply goes up, it means someone is seeking to launder or hide cash, and we believe that is the case here," a U.S. official said. "Diamonds don't set off alarms at airports, they can't be sniffed by dogs, they are easy to hide, and are highly convertible to cash. It makes perfect sense."

washingtonpost.com
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