[BigEdLB]

A Freudian slip of the mind... I first read the report as mutants, not militants... Call them terrorists, or call them virgin-seekers, but don't call them militants. Saying they are "militants" gives them a "good" name.

[tsmith130]

The Department of Foreign Affairs says it has confirmed the safety of all its embassy staff in the area, and is now contacting other Australian nationals to confirm their safety and advise them to avoid the hotel.

Little late for that.