What is another word for Islamic Army of Aden-Abyan?
Pronunciation: [ɪslˈɑːmɪk ˈɑːmi ɒv ˈe͡ɪdənɐbɪˈan] (IPA) 
The Islamic Army of Aden-Abyan, also known as Ansar al-Sharia or Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), is a militant group that operates primarily in Yemen. The group has been designated a terrorist organization by several countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. Due to its controversial and violent nature, various synonyms have been used to refer to the group depending on the perspective or context. Some of these synonyms include: Yemen-based militant organization, extremist group, Salafist jihadist group, Islamic extremist group, and AQAP. Moreover, some scholars suggest that the term "Ansar al-Sharia" presents a more favorable image to the group, masking its true roots in al-Qaeda.
