Pentagon admits mistakes in Pakistani deaths in border strike
After a decade of war in Afghanistan the Pentagon disclosed partial blame for the November cross-border attack that killed 24 Pakistani troops. Officials cited faulty maps unclear border post locations and mis communications as key failures while Pakistan closed NATO supply routes and expelled drones base access.
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UPS and UPS pilots sue FAA over fatigue rules
United Parcel pilots sue the FAA to include cargo carriers under new fatigue rules. Independent Pilots Association seeks court order to reconsider coverage, arguing cargo flights face similar fatigue risks. FAA cites cost outweighing safety benefits. cargo firms like UPS oppose and plan voluntary compliance.
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Obama orders 10000 US troops withdrawn from Afghanistan
The withdrawal completes the first phase of the plan to wind down the war by year end 2014. Total US troops in Afghanistan fall to 91000 from a peak of 101000 as the fight shifts to Afghan forces.
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