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Karzai orders probe into deadly U.S. strike more similar news »
Afghan President Hamid Karzai has ordered an inquiry into allegations that 15 civilians were killed in a U.S. military strike targeting militants. The probe into Friday's incident on the border of Konar and Nurestan provinces came as local officials said another coalition bombing in eastern Afghanistan today killed at least 23 people and wounded 10 others who were walking to a wedding party.
Sun Jul 06, 2008 more from this source»»
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Dead Vermont girl's uncle faces kidnap charges more similar news »
The uncle of a 12-year-old Vermont girl whose body was found yesterday will face kidnapping charges, a prosecutor says. Brooke Bennett's uncle, who could face the death penalty if convicted even without more charges, was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting another child who told police she was recruited into a sex ring, court papers say.
Fri Jul 04, 2008 more from this source»»
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Jungle rebels tricked into freeing hostages more similar news »
The agents posed as guerrillas to infiltrate the rebel camp. Months later, they had enough power to order 15 hostages marched through the jungle to rendezvous with a helicopter, ostensibly to meet international figures. They spoke in code with the pilot and persuaded the real rebels to hand over their guns. Only then did an agent reveal his daring mission.
Thu Jul 03, 2008 more from this source»»
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