Colorado judge backs same sex marriage licenses
A Colorado judge ruled that gay couples may continue to marry in the state despite a pending ban challenge. Denver and Boulder clerks said they would issue licenses, while Pueblo County planned to begin today, amid national legal uncertainty over same sex marriage.
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Gaza violence widens as Israeli offensive hits Gaza City
Gaza toll tops 85 dead as Israel presses the assault with hundreds of targets hit since the offensive began. Hamas rockets retaliate into Jerusalem and Tel Aviv while U S and U N officials urge civilians protection and a possible cease fire.
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Testimony Undercuts Stand-Down Theory in Benghazi Attacks
Nine military officers testified behind closed doors disputing GOP claims a stand-down order prevented a four person Special Operations team from flying to Benghazi after the Sept 11 2012 attacks. They said orders were to remain in Tripoli to protect embassy personnel and evacuate them, and the medic helped save an evacuee. Transcripts released by House committees were reviewed by the AP.
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Timeline of Benghazi Attacks Highlights Coordination Failures
A December 2012 congressional timeline recounts how in Benghazi on September 11 2012 a diplomatic post and CIA compound faced a hours long attack. It notes 10 U S uniformed personnel in Libya, spotty communications and delayed rescue efforts as security teams evacuated to the CIA annex and later Tripoli.
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Germany expels CIA station chief amid espionage tensions
Germany demanded the top U.S. spy in Berlin leave the country as new espionage allegations deepen friction with Washington. Berlin cited federal probes and past U.S. intelligence activity questions, with officials noting the unusual move of expelling a ranking operative.
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