Iraq halts 4.2 billion Russian arms deal amid corruption claim
Iraq says it canceled a 4.2 billion package for jets helicopters and missiles from Russia though defense officials dispute the charge. The move followed Baghdad pressure to diversify arms suppliers and curb Iranian arms flights through Iraqi airspace. Rolling Stones letters to Marsha Hunt to be sold in London. Sothebys estimates 111000 to 159000.
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Missing battlefield records haunt veterans claims and history
A ProPublica Seattle Times investigation shows the U.S. Army failed to preserve field records from Iraq and Afghanistan, hindering veterans like Christopher DeLara from proving overseas service and complicating benefits, with broader lessons for military learning and accountability. The piece cites erased hard drives, unit reporting gaps, and repeated warning notices dating to 2005.
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Opposition urges West to send arms for Syria stalemate
Syria's opposition leader George Sabra pressed Western allies to arm rebels to break the deadlock with Bashar al Assad's forces. He spoke as the SNC and other groups struggle to form a united leadership amid rising attacks on regime targets in Daraa and growing Western concern over rivalries within the movement.
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Russia denies bid to repatriate arms dealer Viktor Bout
The United States refused Russia’s request to send convicted arms trafficker Viktor Bout back to Russia to serve the remainder of his 25 year term. Bout, 54, was convicted in Manhattan in April on charges of selling arms to militants targeting U.S. soldiers in Colombia. His case has strained Moscow-Washington ties.
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