Afghan Authorities Say Airstrike Kills Civilians
ISLAMABAD – Authorities in Afghanistan say a coalition airstrike in an eastern province has killed at least eight members of a family. NATO says it is investigating the claim.
Obama Administration Defends Afghanistan Withdrawal Timeline
The Obama administration is defending a NATO plan to gradually end combat operations in Afghanistan. The future of America’s longest-ever war has become an issue in the 2012 presidential race.
Syrian Government Denies Blame for Houla Massacre
CAIRO – Syria's government is laying the blame on “armed terrorists†for the killing of more than 90 civilians Friday near the city of Homs. But many witnesses insist pro-government militiamen carried out the brutal act.
Obama: Remember Veterans Past, Present on Memorial Day
President Barack Obama Saturday urged all Americans to remember those who sacrificed for the country and to help service members still feeling the effects of war.