Syria Faces Chemical Weapon Claims in Civil War
Syrian government forces pressed artillery and air raids in eastern Damascus amid unverified reports of mass deaths from chemical weapons. Activists say 1,100 to 1,600 killed, while U.N. inspectors arrive to probe earlier alleged gas use. The controversy strains U S policy as Assad risks crossing Obama’s red line.
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Manning sentenced to 35 years for WikiLeaks leak
Army Pfc. Bradley Manning received up to 35 years in prison for leaking more than 700,000 classified documents and battlefield footage to WikiLeaks. He was demoted and dishonorably discharged, with possible release after credit for time served and behavior, amid debate whether he is a whistleblower or traitor.
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Mubarak Freed From Jail as Old Guard Reemerges
Hosni Mubarak, frail in prison whites, was ordered freed by a court. The release signals a comeback for Mubarak’s police state as the military tightens grip, while Brotherhood leaders face arrests and activists fear the revolution was hijacked.
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