Nations adopt cluster bomb treaty excluding United States
The accord, signed by 111 nations, bans current cluster munitions, requires eight year stockpile destruction, and allows allies to pressure U.S. bases abroad to remove weapons. US and others boycotted, defending military value while backers seek global stigmatization and aid for victims.
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As Violence Drops in Iraq Some Ponder Faster Withdrawals
Violence against civilians and U.S. and Iraqi forces has fallen to near war lows in May amid Iraqi gains and new offensives in three cities. Some Pentagon officials question whether 155,000 troops are still needed as troop fatalities dip toward February 2004 levels, with about 20 U.S. deaths anticipated this month.
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Shiites Across Iraq Protests Against U S Presence
Shiite demonstrations erupt across Iraq including Baghdad Sadr City and Basra amid extended U S military role as local forces lead offensives. Violence drops from last year while U S troops shift to support roles and logistics as Gen Petraeus signals possible troop withdrawal after July.
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