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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.
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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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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.
02/18/2009 12:00 am -
Global News Blog In provincial vote, Iraqis redraw political landsape
02/05/2009 12:00 am -
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.
02/04/2009 12:00 am -
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.
01/08/2009 12:00 am -
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.
11/21/2008 12:00 am -
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.
11/20/2008 12:00 am -
Waiting for an Ordinary Day
A journalist reflects on her stint in Iraq.
10/31/2008 01:00 am -
US crossing more borders in terror war?
The alleged incursions into Syria, and previously into Pakistan, could be risky.
10/28/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Syrian ire follows apparent US raid across Iraq's border
Damascus 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.'
10/27/2008 01:00 am -
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.
10/03/2008 01:00 am -
Iraqi insurgents forced underground
But even in hiding, Al Qaeda in Iraq can carry out high-profile attacks and has infiltrated security forces.
09/23/2008 01:00 am -
Reporters on the Job
09/23/2008 01:00 am -
Odierno takes charge in a 'fragile' Iraq
Gen. David Petraeus, who handed over command on Tuesday to Gen. Raymond Odierno, will lead US Central Command.
09/17/2008 01:00 am -
Bush's troop cuts in Iraq: larger questions
His announcement raises concerns about the ability and loyalty of the ‘Sons of Iraq’ neighborhood-watch program.
09/10/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Pentagon recommends holding US troops levels in Iraq steady until February
Proposed February troop reduction would coincide with increase in troops sent to Afghanistan.
09/05/2008 01:00 am -
This round, Pentagon may keep General Petraeus offstage
As his next report on troop levels nears, senior officers aren't sure they'll agree.
09/04/2008 01:00 am -
U.S. hands over Anbar, Iraq's once-deadliest region
Anbar Province is where 1 of every 3 US fatalities in Iraq occurred.
09/02/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security U.S. marines shifted from Iraq to Afghanistan
The redeployment of only 1,500 troops raises concerns that Taliban offensives in Afghanistan are over-extending US forces.
08/28/2008 01:00 am -
U.S. forces to hand over hard-won Anbar Province
The Americans are set to transfer control of the once-restive Sunni province to Iraq, but many in Anbar question just how much real power the US is willing to relinquish.
07/01/2008 01:00 am -
Opinion Fight Al Qaeda's plan, not its ideas
The cold war showed it's easier to fight strategy than ideology.
04/30/2008 01:00 am -
Iraq bombings target US-allied, anti-Al Qaeda groups
Bombings this week in Sunni areas of Iraqi have killed more than 100 people.
04/18/2008 01:00 am -
Opinion Thank you, 1st Lt. Shaun Blue, for a life of integrity and service
Do Americans truly appreciate the sacrifice that this marine made on their behalf?
04/16/2008 01:00 am -
In Iraq, Sunni insurgents still aim to oust U.S., Shiites
In an interview, a member of the Islamic Army of Iraq speaks of his group's long-term goals.
04/10/2008 01:00 am -
Marines face last insurgent stronghold in Iraq's Anbar Province
While the Sunni heartland has largely turned against Al Qaeda in Iraq, insurgents are still doing battle in the 'wild' reaches of the province.
04/08/2008 01:00 am -
Why Iraq troop drawdown is likely to stop in July
Gen. David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker will describe Iraq's fragile state this week on Capitol Hill.
04/07/2008 01:00 am
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