Senate panel approves trade with Russia
The Senate Finance Committee backed a trade bill to lift Cold War limits and grant permanent normal trade relations with Russia, aiming to boost exports while tying in human rights penalties. The measure echoes Russia's toying with Syria and its broader rights record.
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Military disciplined in Colombia Secret Service scandal
Seven Army soldiers and two Marines received administrative punishments but face no criminal charges. One Air Force member was reprimanded, two Navy sailors await final review, and nine total administrators were involved. Congress to be briefed on results.
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Seven tourists die in Bulgaria bombing blamed on Iran
The Bulgarian attack on a bus carrying Israeli tourists killed seven and wounded thirty. Israel and the United States condemned the bombing and blamed Iran, though Tehran denied involvement. Netanyahu pledged a forceful response while security officials planned limited operations and tightened protections for Israeli targets abroad.
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Rebels Strike Core of Syria Regime in Damascus Bomb
Rebels detonated a bomb inside a high level crisis meeting in Damascus killing three top regime leaders including defense minister and Assad’s brother in law. The attack signals possible turning point in civil war with calls that Assad is losing control and questions over his family's safety. Rebels claimed the strike and said they had planned it for two months.
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