White House Defends Warrantless Terrorist Financing Spy Program
The White House backs a secret warrantless monitoring program tracking international money flows to detect terrorist networks. Treasury Secretary Snow calls it lawful and essential, while officials say most Americans are not subject to scrutiny. News outlets first published details, prompting debate over privacy safeguards and legality.
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Afghan push faces critique over root causes and reconstruction
Afghan President Karzai and analysts say the war on terror neglects core problems. They warn without reconstruction, jobs, and a stronger government, military offensives fail to win broad support and may fuel unrest. Beijing delays verdict in Zhao Yan case by a month.
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Iraqi Forces Clash in Baghdad Haifa Street Firefight
Heavy fighting erupted in central Baghdad near the Green Zone as Iraqi and U.S. forces battled insurgents on Haifa Street and in Dora. At least twelve U.S. service members were reported dead or missing this week amid the crackdown ordered by Prime Minister Nouri al Maliki to clear streets.
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Growing accusations test U S troops amid Iraq war stress
A surge of brutal claims against U S servicemen follows Haditha and other incidents. Analysts discuss whether war stress or supervision failings drive abuses, with experts noting the toll on troops yet urging prevention of criminal acts.
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