All Iraqi Suicide Unit

Buried in this report is the claim by Abu Musab al-Zarqawi that a unit of suicide bombers has been created that is comprised entirely of Iraqis.

"A unit of martyrs named Al-Ansar, belonging to the martyr Brigades of Al-Baraa bin Malek, has been formed. All its members are Iraqis," said an internet statement, the authenticity of which could not be confirmed.

The fact that there exist Iraqi suicidal fanatics in Iraq is hardly news, however, it appears that Zarqawi considers it to be significant enough to make special mention. Maybe the new unit will be heralded for purposes of recruiting.