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Briefing
Top 3 reasons why Al Qaeda is more dangerous than ever
On the one-year anniversary of Osama bin Laden’s death, defense analysts say that there are plenty of reasons to think that a resurgence of the perniciously resourceful Al Qaeda is not out of the question.
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Who will carry out Obama's Afghanistan exit plan? Three new guys.
It will be the duty of three men, all new in their roles, to carry out Obama's plan to wind down the war in Afghanistan. Here are some clues into what priorities these three defense leaders might set and a look at the particular skills each brings to the task of managing America’s longest war.
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In Pictures: Memorial Day: remembering the fallen
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In Pictures: The US Marine Corps
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 12/30
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Ramadi attacks: Is Iraq heading for more sectarian bloodshed?
The two blasts hit government buildings in Ramadi, the provincial capital of Anbar Province, on Wednesday, leaving more than 20 people dead and nearly 60 people injured. Officials blame Al Qaeda in Iraq for the attacks.
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As US withdrawal nears, Iraqi fear of Iran grows
On a tour of Iraq, Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke to Iraqis about the threat posed by Iran. Iraqis worry that Iran will fill the void left by the withdrawal of US forces.
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Is Iraq ready for American investors?
It has big needs, business savvy, and plenty of opportunity, say optimists. But critics are wary.
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Obama's new Afghanistan plan may be much like old one
President Obama is expected to announce next week his decision on troop numbers and strategy for the war in Afghanistan. It won't be too different from the policy laid out in March, say experts.
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Abu Ghraib attack raises fears of resurgent Al Qaeda in Iraq
The murder of 13 in Abu Ghraib this weekend has some worried that Al Qaeda in Iraq may be exploiting gaps between withdrawing US forces and Iraqi troops not yet ready to stand alone.
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US defense bill approves money for Sons of Afghanistan -
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US defense bill approves money for Sons of AfghanistanThe defense bill signed into law by President Obama Wednesday provides money to pay Afghans to stop fighting. It's modeled after a similar successful effort in Iraq.
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Terrorism & Security
Triple bombing kills scores in Iraq's Anbar ProvinceThe attacks are sparking concerns of a return to violence in an area that was the epicenter of the Sunni insurgency until local tribal leaders allied with the US in late 2007.
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4,000 US troops to exit sooner from Iraq. More ready for Afghanistan?
By next summer, more than half the US troops in Iraq will have come home. Meanwhile, General McChrystal wants up to 40,000 more in Afghanistan.
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Col. Brett Barkey responds to a Monitor news article
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Remains of first US Gulf War casualty solve 18 year mystery
The Pentagon once took the unprecedented step of switching Capt. 'Scott' Speicher's status from 'killed in action' to 'missing-captured,' thinking he was alive.
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US Marines will exit Iraq by spring of next year
They'll head to Afghanistan, where the fighting seems more in keeping with the Marines' style of focused, shorter missions.
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Fighting a high-tech war with a low-tech mule
US Marines and soldiers are training to fight in Afghanistan, where mules and donkeys can haul supplies and weapons to places where Humvees and helicopters can't easily go.
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The Vote
Vice President Biden welcomes troops home -- Full text -
Turkey could furnish a safe way home as US departs Iraq
The Habur Gate – a dusty two-lane checkpoint – may be one of the best routes out.
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In provincial vote, Iraqis redraw political landsape -
Sunni party's rise in Iraq signals new nationalist current
The al-Hadba Party emerged from Saturday's vote as a serious challenge to the status quo in Iraq.
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As war winds down, will Iraq's progress hold steady?
Violence has plummeted and US forces are pulling back, but the year ahead will test the staying power of gains throughout the country.
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US forces kill senior Al Qaeda in Iraq leader
Hajji Hammadi, a senior member of Al Qaeda in Iraq, was believed by US military officials to have been responsible for the abduction and murder of US Army Staff Sgt. Matt Maupin in 2004.
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Petraeus had Bush's ear. Will Mike Mullen have Obama's?
The Joint Chiefs chairman may come closer to the views of the new president.
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Waiting for an Ordinary Day
A journalist reflects on her stint in Iraq.
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US crossing more borders in terror war?
The alleged incursions into Syria, and previously into Pakistan, could be risky.
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Terrorism & Security
Syrian ire follows apparent US raid across Iraq's borderDamascus lashed out at Washington over charges that American forces killed at least eight civilians when US helicopters were on a mission to shut down insurgent 'rat lines.'
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An uncertain future for the Sons of Iraq
Iraq's Shiite-led government has begun taking control of the anti-insurgent Sunni fighters who have helped improve security across the country.
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