Re: Anonymous press release on UN

On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 5:00 AM, Dorothy Parvaz <dorothy.parvaz@aljazeera.net> wrote:

Hi Barret -

Chris just forwarded me your e-mail - I've been covering the protests in Iran and I'd love to take a look at what you guys are up to - can't seem to load up the linked pages on Twitter, though.

Do you have a moment to chat?

Best,

D.

D. Parvaz | Journalist | Website | english.aljazeera.net
Al Jazeera English | Doha, Qatar, PO Box 23127

From: Christopher Arsenault
Sent: 23 February 2011 13:50
To: Dorothy Parvaz
Subject: FW: Anonymous press release on UN

Chris Arsenault  Journalist | Web & New Media
Al Jazeera English Channel | PO Box 23127 | Doha | Qatar
M: +974 331-23107 Email address: christopher.arsenault@aljazeera.net

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From: Barrett Brown [barriticus@gmail.com]

Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2011 2:42 AM

To: Christopher Arsenault
Subject: Re: Anonymous press release on UN

Seems like one of your folks are in our IRC. Just wanted to make sure you're aware of our takedown of Iranian Cyber Army, a pro-regime hacker group. Speak to CommanderX on IRC for details. He's in #opIran.

On Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 1:33 PM, Barrett Brown <barriticus@gmail.com> wrote:

Sounds good, thanks.

On Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 6:45 AM, Christopher Arsenault <Christopher.Arsenault@aljazeera.net> wrote:

Hi Barrett,

if we can free up the resources, we are going to do a news piece on hacking and North Africa tonight and I will put one of our writers in touch with you.

thanks

best

chris

Chris Arsenault  Journalist | Web & New Media
Al Jazeera English Channel | PO Box 23127 | Doha | Qatar
M: +974 331-23107 Email address: christopher.arsenault@aljazeera.net

http://english.aljazeera.net/

From: Barrett Brown [barriticus@gmail.com]

Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2011 2:02 AM
To: Christopher Arsenault
Subject: Re: Anonymous press release on UN

Whatever you like.

On Mon, Feb 21, 2011 at 4:58 PM, Christopher Arsenault <Christopher.Arsenault@aljazeera.net> wrote:

thanks for this. Are you hoping that I run this as an article? or is this just a press release to forward onto the news desk?

Chris Arsenault  Journalist | Web & New Media
Al Jazeera English Channel | PO Box 23127 | Doha | Qatar
M: +974 331-23107 Email address: christopher.arsenault@aljazeera.net

http://english.aljazeera.net/

From: Barrett Brown [barriticus@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2011 1:53 AM
To: Christopher Arsenault
Subject: Anonymous press release on UN

Christopher:

Barrett Brown here; I wrote the Anon op-ed Anonymous and the Global Correction for al-Jaz. Here's a press release we've just created.

Dear United Nations:

Anonymous wishes you to act.

We are watching the developments in Libya and are shocked.

Shocked by the images we've seen.

Shocked by the things Libya's Anons have told us.

Shocked by the fact that one man ignores the voices of his citizens and opens fire on them.

Shocked by the fact that even with generals and diplomats deserting, this man is still ignoring the will of his people and unwilling to accept their human rights

People ought not have to fear their leaders; leaders ought to fear their people. In too many places, though, this is currently not the case. A grasping dictator has taken an army to the skies and the streets to shed blood of people whom he should be protecting. Some of them have bravely refused, and thereby done their part; when will the UN do theirs?

We just want the people to be free. Please help us help them. Again, this is not an attack, but rather a bid for your full attention, which ought to be directed towards assisting Libyans in their quest for liberty.

The United Nations has the power to prevent this egregious loss of life, but it must act quickly and decisively to do so, contrary to its usual habits.

We ask not for meetings or referenda. Rather, we demand that you implement the following measures and do so in a manner that will minimize the loss of life among civilians and put an end to the rule of this degenerate tyrant.

1. Provide a blanket no-fly zone to prevent state controlled aircraft from bombing civilians.

2. Provide secured transport of medical supplies to major population centers.

3. Announce the implemention of these measures within 24 hours.

That world which you claim to protect is watching and will respond accordingly.

We are Anonymous

We are Legion.

We do not forget,

We do not forgive.

Expect us.

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