Counterterrorism center chief says al-Qaida in Pakistan at 1 of weakest points

Counterterrorism chief: al-Qaida at weak point

WASHINGTON — The director of the national counterterrorism center says al-Qaida in Pakistan is at one of the weakest points in its history.

In remarks prepared for a Senate committee hearing, Michael Leiter says the terrorist group remains a capable and determined enemy that has proven its resilience over time.

Leiter says the United States has reduced al-Qaida’s freedom of movement and sense of security in the tribal areas of Pakistan.