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Blasphemy riots: 6 examples around the world
Many Muslims consider any depiction of the prophet to be forbidden, and Islamic teachings call for handling the Quran with respect. Incidents of both intentional and unintentional disrespect have occasionally prompted protests and violence around the world. Here are six examples:
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Afghanistan war: lessons from the Soviet war
In the Marjah offensive of the Afghanistan war, a reporter hears echoes of the Soviet war.
03/18/2010 06:15 pm -
'Lady Al Qaeda': Pakistan reacts to Aafia Siddiqui conviction in US court
A New York court's conviction of Pakistani neuroscientist Aafia Siddiqui for the attempted murder of US soldiers in Afghanistan has stirred anti-American anger in Pakistan.
02/04/2010 01:17 pm -
Early Christmas gift: US Army off-road vehicle built for Afghanistan
The first of 5,000 new off-road US Army vehicles arrived in Afghanistan this week. Custom made for the mountainous terrain, the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected All Terrain Vehicle is lighter, and considered safer, than Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) used in Iraq.
12/24/2009 12:00 pm -
Global News Blog Al Qaeda urges Uighur jihad in China. So what?
Al Qaeda preacher, Abu Yahya al-Libi, urges Uighurs to launch holy war against China. Is anyone listening?
10/08/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security US allows Bagram detainees to challenge detention
The move will affect some of the 600 prisoners at the Afghanistan airbase. But they will not have access to lawyers or US courts.
09/15/2009 01:00 am -
Pentagon's urgent bid to counter Afghan roadside bombs
It will increase its number of bomb disposal teams by half. It is also upping its order of bomb-resistant troop carriers, called M-ATVs.
08/27/2009 01:00 am -
Global News Blog A rare attack on Bagram Air Field
Rockets struck Bagram Air Field north of Kabul, Afghanistan, in the early hours of Sunday morning, killing two US soldiers and injuring six. Normally, Bagram is a serene oasis of Americana.
06/21/2009 01:00 am -
Global News Blog Rohde: media face tough choices in kidnap cases
Should the media have kept the capture of The New York Times journalist quiet during his seven months of captivity?
06/20/2009 01:00 am -
Next flash point over terror detainees: Bagram prison
With Guantánamo set to close, more attention is falling on the US military facility in Afghanistan and those in custody there.
02/12/2009 12:00 am -
Reporters on the Job
10/29/2008 01:00 am -
Report: Ecoconsciousness can help win wars
By being sensitive to environmental concerns, US Army can win hearts and minds of populace, but its record is spotty so far.
10/14/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Terror suspect's court appearance raises questions about U.S. military conduct
The US military has rejected claims that Pakistani doctor Aafia Siddiqui, who has been missing for the past five years, was being illegally detained and tortured.
08/14/2008 01:00 am -
Obama's tour of Afghanistan renews debate about US role
The presidential candidate met officials and soldiers here this weekend at the start of a global tour.
07/21/2008 01:00 am -
Former Guantánamo prisoner asks U.S. to review its founding ideals
Adel Hassan Hamad, who is suing the US government, claims that American values of freedom and democracy have been shaken.
02/06/2008 12:00 am -
The Monitor's View The world can't ignore the Al Qaeda and Taliban threat in Afghanistan
A surge by the US and its allies is needed in the country.
02/04/2008 12:00 am -
Al Qaeda commander in Pakistan reportedly killed in U.S. missile strike
The apparent death of Abu Laith al-Libi shows gains by US intelligence in Waziristan.
02/01/2008 12:00 am
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