Obama vacation time compared with past presidents on and off golf
Barack Obama has spent more time on vacation than some leaders yet less than predecessors, drawing criticism from security hawks as crises in Iraq Gaza and Russia-Ukraine unfold. The president plays golf on Martha's Vineyard with eight rounds in 12 days while aides stress a mobile White House presence and continuous decision making.
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Massacre at Iraqi Sunni Mosque Triggers Talks Fallout
Gunmen attacked the Musab bin Omair Mosque in Imam Wais during Friday prayers, killing at least 64 worshippers and wounding more than 60. Sunni lawmakers blamed Shiite militias for the carnage, derailing negotiations to form a broader inclusive government as Haider al Abadi seeks broad Sunni support against Islamic State fighters.
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Hamas Kills 18 Suspected Informers in Gaza
Gaza militants killed 18 men said to be spies for Israel in front of a crowd at a Gaza City mosque after a note accused them of leaking tunnel and fighter home locations. Meanwhile a 4 year old boy was killed in Israel near Gaza as rocket and mortar fire continued.
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