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Civilian life was a major casualty as several countries witnessed a surge in violence from Islamist militant groups.
Suspected Al Qaeda Militant And CIA Torture Victim Handed Back To Afghanistan
One of the first people subjected to the CIA's "enhanced interrogation" tactics has been sent back to a detention center in Afghanistan.
CIA 'Black Sites': The Secret Prisons Where The US Held Its Terror Suspects
The CIA operated "black site" detention facilities in nations around the world, where it held and interrogted terror suspects in the aftermath of 9/11.
CIA Torture Report Backlash: US Embassies Brace For Potential Anti-American Attacks
Embassies in Egypt, Sweden, the Netherlands and three other countries have issued warnings about possible anti-American attacks.
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A UNICEF statement was released to coincide with an appeal by the U.N. calling for a record $16.4 billion in humanitarian funds.
CIA Torture Report: US Not The Only Country That Commits Torture
A report will be released Tuesday outlining torture tactics used by the CIA. But, America isn't the only country to have used torture.
Afghanistan War: A Look At Recent Base Closings As US, NATO Involvement Draws To A Close
The end for NATO and U.S. mission comes at a time when Taliban attacks have increased in Afghanistan.
NATO And US Close Afghanistan Combat Headquarters After 13 Years Of War
The Afghan war is in its final weeks -- at least for America and its allies, who are packing up and leaving.
Pakistani Taliban In The Crosshairs Of Aggressive Counterterrorism Operations
Nine members of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, or TTP, were killed in a missile attack by a U.S. drone Sunday.
US Hands Pakistan Senior Militant Detained In Afghanistan
Letif Mehsud, a senior Taliban official, was handed over to Pakistan along with three other prisoners.
US Releases Six Guantanamo Detainees; Sends Them For Resettlement As Refugees Uruguay
The six men had been held at the controversial prison facility for more than 12 years, but they were never charged with any offense.
US Drone Strike Kills Four In Pakistan, Including Al-Qaeda Suspect
Four suspected militants were killed and two injured when a U.S. drone strike hit a house in northwest Pakistan Sunday, Pakistani officials said.
US Will Keep 1,000 Extra Troops In Afghanistan In Early 2015
U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said "10,800 troops, rather than 9,800, could remain in Afghanistan ... for the first few months in 2015."
Al Qaeda's Chief Of Global Operations, Wanted By US Authorities, Killed In Pakistan
Adnan Shukrijumah, believed to be al Qaeda’s chief of global operations, was wanted in the U.S. on charges related to a 2009 terrorism plot.
Chuck Hagel In Surprise Visit To Afghanistan; Expresses 'Confidence' In Afghan Forces
The outgoing defense secretary, on an unannounced visit to Kabul, expressed support for the country's fight against the Taliban.
Iran Owns Unmanned Drones That Can Travel More Than 1,800 Miles: Military Official
The Islamic Republic has previously developed drones based on captured U.S. technology.
Afghan Soldier Who Shot US General In Kabul Not Linked To Taliban: Pentagon Report
The death of Maj. Gen. Greene, the highest-ranking casualty of the Afghan war, ended a pause in "insider attacks" on American troops.
Most Corrupt Countries 2014: China, Turkey and Afghanistan Struggle With Graft
The anti-graft rankings are based on factors including whether public leaders are punished for corruption and the prevalence of bribery.
Indian Army Kill 6 Militants Crossing Into Kashmir To Disrupt Vote
India is worried that militant groups fighting foreign forces in Afghanistan will turn their attention to Kashmir.
Kabul Police Chief Quits After Attack That Group Says Killed Three Staff
The city's top police officer resigned after the third attack in 10 days on foreign guest houses in the Afghan capital.
Taliban Kill 5 In Kabul In Attacks On British Embassy Car, Foreign Compound
A Western security official said the explosion failed to breach the compound walls.
Thanksgiving 2014: Turkey, Ham And 6 Kinds Of Pie On White House Thanksgiving Day Menu
In his Thanksgiving address, Obama made no mention of the unrest roiling Ferguson, Missouri, and other cities.
Taliban Bomber Attacks British Embassy Vehicle In Kabul, Killing Five, Including British National
The Taliban attacker was reportedly riding a motorcycle when he attacked the British embassy vehicle in Kabul, Afghanistan.
A-10 Thunderbolt Deployed To Iraq For Fight Against The Islamic State
Despite being on the chopping block just five months ago, the A-10 is now fighting in Iraq.
Libya Rank On Global Terrorism Index Increases Amid Escalating Violence In Benghazi, Tripoli
The chaotic North African country moved up nine places in a recently published global terrorism index, to 15 out of 162 countries.
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