Americans Convicted in Kabul Private Jail Torture Case
Three Americans led by former Green Beret Jonathan Idema were found guilty in Kabul of illegal entry, illegal arrests, establishing a private jail, and torturing captives. Idema and Brent Bennett received 10-year terms, Edward Caraballo eight years, and four Afghan accomplices up to five years. U.S. officials said the men acted as freelancers outside the law.
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Nader off Fla ballot again after court ruling
Florida Circuit Judge P Kevin Davey orders Ralph Nader removed from the November presidential ballot finding the Reform Party not a legitimate party. Four counties must mail amended ballots removing Naders name after previously listing it. The ruling reinstates an earlier order despite an appeal.
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Milosevic trial pauses as officials won’t testify
The U N war crimes tribunal in The Hague adjourned Milosevic’s trial for a month as defense counsel Steven Kay reports 20 defense witnesses have refused to appear. Milosevic, 63, remains unable to conduct his own case despite requests to resume.
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Senators wary of diverting Iraq reconstruction funds
The Bush administration seeks to shift 3.46 billion from Iraq reconstruction to security, a move Lugar says could weaken long term security. Despite support for the need, committee members accuse poor planning and slow spending, with only 1.14 billion disbursed to date.
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