Suspected U S missiles strike in Pakistan kill eight
Reports from Islamabad describe unmanned drone strikes in the tribal belt near Afghanistan as Pakistan builds up for an offensive against Taliban leaders. Officials cite eight dead and about two dozen wounded, with further clashes and a separate Swat Valley offensive continuing.
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GOP vote-a-thon on $64 billion spending bill shocks House
Washington AP Republicans furious at Democratic limits to amendments forced roll call votes on a $64 billion law enforcement and science spending bill, tallying up to 53 votes in one day. They pursued revotes, revisited amendments, and questioned repeat voting while Boehner argued the process denies constitutional rights and public input.
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Congress approves 106 billion war spending bill to Obama
Congress sends President Obama a 106 billion emergency war bill to fund Iraq and Afghanistan through the year, with extra money for MRAPs and cargo planes. It adds nonmilitary aid for pandemic flu prep and aid to other countries, while vetoing Guantanamo closure funding and defining detainee transfer rules. Senate votes 91 5. House 226 202.
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Special operations seek precision weapons to cut civilian deaths
Adm. Eric Olson told Congress that U S special operations in Afghanistan need lighter aircraft and guided munitions to reduce civilian casualties. Gates acknowledged civilian deaths as a strategic problem amid the May 4 bombing probe, with Mullen citing command gaps and training shortcomings as issues to address. The investigation will be released soon, urging better air and ground force training and a review of air support use.
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