Afghan tighten reins on unregulated security firms
Afghan authorities raid and shutter two private security companies in Kabul and plan to close more, aiming to curb unregulated guards amid concerns they intimidate locals and ignore authorities. Western officials cite firms guarding embassies. dozens operate in Afghanistan, including well known names like Blackwater and DynCorp.
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Marines open inquiry into Afghan civilian shooting claim
The Marine Corps will hold a two week court of inquiry at Camp Lejeune to review a March 4 Afghan shooting that allegedly killed up to 19 civilians. Lt Gen. Mattis ordered the inquiry, to be led by senior officers, with a recommendation sent to him.
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