Questionable raid in Khas Uruzgan kills Afghan officials
Afghan witnesses and officials say U.S. forces bombed a school in Khas Uruzgan killing 21, including two Pashtun commanders. Karzai says the killings were a mistake while Pentagon officials acknowledge initial details were unchecked and an inquiry is ordered. Survivors describe sleeping victims, handcuffed men, and chaotic rescue scenes.
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Temporary gun sales ban for certain foreign visitors
The Bush administration adopts a temporary Treasury rule barring certain nonimmigrant aliens from buying guns or ammunition in the United States. Diplomats, foreign law enforcement officials, and visiting dignitaries are exempted. rule applies from Feb 19 and lasts until final regulations are issued.
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