Mexico Catches, Then Releases Terror Suspect

"U.S. diplomats in Mexico City are still waiting for a complete clarification on events leading to the arrest of Amer Haykel, a British subject of Lebanese descent.

Mexican authorities arrested the tourist upon the request of U.S. officials who claim the man is on the no-fly list and might pose a danger to U.S. national security. Following his arrest Mexican officials described him as a 'simple backpack tourist who does not pose any danger to Mexico.'

According to one Mexican source the man claims he is a pilot on an innocent tour of the world. "