1.   It was the decision of a former regional commander, Gen. Anthony Zinni, to use Aden as a refueling port.

2.   Although no specific site was mentioned, bin Laden and backers have condemned the use of Aden as a refueling port for U.S. warships.

3.   He has condemned the use of Aden as a refueling port for U.S. warships.

4.   Questions have arisen about whether adequate steps were taken to protect the ship during its refueling port call at Aden, Yemen.