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Afghan Lawmakers Demand That Civilian Shooting Suspect Be Tried In Country
Afghan lawmakers expressed anger Thursday over the move by the U.S. to fly an American soldier accused of killing 16 civilians out of the country to nearby Kuwait, noting that Kabul should not sign a strategic partnership agreement with Washington unless the alleged perpetrator faces justice in Afghanistan.
U.S. Unemployment Claims Drop
The number of Americans claiming new jobless benefits fell back to a four-year low last week.
Cameron, Obama Meet To Discuss State Of World Affairs
President Barack Obama is welcoming British Prime Minister David Cameron to the White House with all of the pomp of a State visit as the allies stress their unity in dealing with conflicts around the globe.
Panetta Arrives In Afghanistan After Shooting Rampage
Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta arrived in Afghanistan on an unannounced 28-hour visit to speak with American troops and officials from the country regarding the state of operations following the alleged shooting of 16 civilians by a U.S. soldier.
One Dead Following Militant Response To Alleged U.S. Soldier Killing Spree
The attack in the Balandi village came as the Taliban vowed to kill and behead the responsible parties for the 16 Afghan civilians who were killed only days before.
Justice Department Halts Voter ID Requirement Push In Texas
The Justice Department blocked Texas’ new voter-identification law on March 12, arguing that it targets the State’s Hispanic population, igniting another battle between President Barack Obama’s Administration and a Republican-led State.
Taliban Vows Revenge Against U.S. After Alleged Civilian Killings
The Taliban are vowing revenge against the U.S. after an American soldier allegedly fired on and killed 16 Afghan civilians on March 11.
Source Notes Obama Planning Trip To Korean DMZ
U.S. President Barack Obama is likely to visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) that divides North and South Korea later this month.
Senate Backs Obama In Rejection Of Keystone Pipeline
Democratic Senators voted to ratify President Barack Obama’s decision to reject the Keystone XL pipelines, leaving the oil project in limbo and ensuring that it will remain a political issue in the near future.
Oil Industry, GOP Call For More Domestic Gas Production To Curb Prices
Congressional Republicans and oil industry executives called for more U.S. gas production to counter rising prices that have been recorded across the country.
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