U S Opens Talks With Russia On Syria Crisis
The Obama administration began military to military talks with Russia over Syria to define options for next steps. Kerry announced the talks in London while Carter spoke with Russian defense minister Shoigu, signaling a shift as Russia increases its military role in Syria and Moscow seeks central influence.
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Bergdahl abuse testimony and court-martial push debated
A defense official described Bergdahl enduring harsh abuse while a Taliban prisoner for five years as a two day pretrial hearing weighed whether he should face a court martial for desertion and misbehavior before the enemy. A prosecutor argued his actions altered U S operations and accountability is warranted.
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Obama nominates Eric Fanning to lead the Army
President Obama names Eric Fanning as Army secretary nominee in a historic step toward openly gay civilian leadership. If confirmed by the Senate, Fanning would work with Gen. Mark Milley to oversee the Pentagon’s largest service amid ongoing debates over gay military service.
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U.N. warns funding shortfall endangers Syrian refugees
Geneva U N says cash running out for aid to Syrians displaced by civil war scattered across Jordan Lebanon and Turkey. Only 41 percent of 4.5 billion needed has been raised to shelter feed and clothe around 12 million refugees in neighboring countries. Agencies warn funding gap may drive more to flee to Europe despite risks.
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