Synopsis
In 1997, CNN correspondent Peter Arnett began a mission to locate Osama bin Laden after the latter declared war on the USA.
Synopsis
Peter Arnett, a CNN correspondent, sought to interview Osama bin Laden in 1997 after bin Laden declared war on the USA. The documentary details Arnett's efforts to locate bin Laden and conduct the interview. It also covers Arnett's reaction on September 11, 2001, as he recalled bin Laden's earlier threats. The events illustrate the connection between journalism and global terrorism during a critical period. A War Story has a runtime of 90 minutes and was released in 2018.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Follow Peter Arnett's quest for Osama bin Laden.
- See firsthand accounts of 9/11 from a journalist's perspective.
- Meet key figures in the early days of al Qaeda.
Did You Know
- Osama bin Laden declared war on the USA in 1997.
- Peter Arnett is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist.
- The film has a runtime of 90 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year did Osama bin Laden declare war on the USA?
Osama bin Laden declared war on the USA in 1997.
Who was the CNN correspondent that sought to interview Osama bin Laden?
The CNN correspondent who sought to interview Osama bin Laden was Peter Arnett.
What significant event did Peter Arnett recall on 9/11?
On 9/11, Peter Arnett recalled bin Laden's veiled threats.
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