U.S. in Talks to Rebuild Libyan Army

The United States is involved in negotiations with Libya's interim government over establishing a deal to help rebuild, train, arm, and equip a new national army for Libya. "We're looking for ways in which we can be helpful," said General Carter Ham, commander of U.S....

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Security Forces Attack Peaceful Protesters in Bahrain

Unarmed civilian protesters in Bahrain were fired upon with tear gas and rubber bullets by government security forces on Wednesday when they attempted to march on Pearl Square. Opposition Shiites had gathered around the capital Manama to mark the religious observance...

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Roadside Bomb in Afghanistan Kills 19

A roadside bomb killed 19 civilians and injured five on Wednesday in the southern Afghan province of Helmand. The casualties come just one day after a set of attacks on Shi’ite worshipers commemorating the Ashura holiday left almost 60 people dead. The sectarian...

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