Response to Terror

Military: Aircraft arrive at 2 airfields, sources say. In Afghanistan, rebels claim control of a key route. Bush issues a list of 22 “most wanted” international terrorists.

Asia: A convoy of journalists and police traveling from Quetta, which is seen as Taliban turf in all but name, are confronted by a mob.

Diplomacy: Radar aircraft will help patrol the East Coast. Gesture is a largely symbolic show of support.

The White House said Wednesday it was easing its new effort to restrict information available to Congress on military operations, investigations and law enforcement.