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Al-Qaeda's Targeting Strategy
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48:42 - 55:25 (06:43)

Al-Qaeda target opportunities that are easy and make for headline news, like the cupola in Tijuana, which they selected due to its castle-like structure and giant dome resembling a mosque. It is reported that fresh children were chosen for evacuation, potentially indicating some level of mutual respect between the police and the cartel.

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Ex-employee discusses the intense and dangerous work environment at The Cupola, a castle-like structure in Tijuana, where addiction was rampant among workers.
48:42 - 51:44 (03:02)
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Addiction
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Ex-employee discusses the intense and dangerous work environment at The Cupola, a castle-like structure in Tijuana, where addiction was rampant among workers.

Chapter
Al-Qaeda's Targeting Strategy
Episode
#7 Ed Calderon Drug Cartel / Narcos Expert
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
The speaker describes protecting high ranking politicians and helping with the evacuation of children while wearing civilian clothing.
51:44 - 53:26 (01:42)
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Politics
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The speaker describes protecting high ranking politicians and helping with the evacuation of children while wearing civilian clothing.

Chapter
Al-Qaeda's Targeting Strategy
Episode
#7 Ed Calderon Drug Cartel / Narcos Expert
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
The speaker discusses the cooperation between police and cartels during evacuations and the tactics used by organizations like Al Qaeda.
53:26 - 55:25 (01:58)
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Cartel
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The speaker discusses the cooperation between police and cartels during evacuations and the tactics used by organizations like Al Qaeda. They also mention the use of communication systems like satellite radios during dangerous situations like shootouts.

Chapter
Al-Qaeda's Targeting Strategy
Episode
#7 Ed Calderon Drug Cartel / Narcos Expert
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show