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NATO sees 2013 as an optimistic year for Afghanistan
With only a few weeks left in December and the New Year fast approaching, many find time to reflect on the past year's accomplishments and look toward the future. But with the ongoing conflict in Syria and preparations to transfer lead responsibility in Afghanistan, NATO has a lot to prepare for....
VIDEO: NATO protests smaller than expected, but still disruptive for Chicagoans
In Chicago Monday, NATO leaders were wrapping up their two-day summit focused largely on the future of Afghanistan. Meanwhile, outside, protesters targeted the leaders as well as major businesses in an effort to draw attention to their grievances....
Looking at recent developments as Chicago prepares for upcoming NATO summit
From May 20-21, world leaders will meet in Chicago to discuss the future of NATO. It will be the first time a NATO summit has been held anywhere in the United States other than Washington D.C. While the city looks at the event as an opportunity to show it's worth, many will engage in anti-war protests during the conference to demonstrate their disagreement with recent NATO involvements....
Afghan officials disrupt imminent, potentially deadly terrorist attack on government compound
Afghan officials may have saved hundreds of lives Tuesday when they disrupted a planned terrorist attack that was believed to be imminent. At least 11 suicide vests were found. They were believed to be planned for use on commuter buses. At least a dozen people, Afghan soldiers mostly, have been arrested so far....
Despite Obama's apology, Afghans return to street to protest Koran burning
The United States announced recently that it had inadvertently burned a number of Korans that had been confiscated from Afghan prisoners, thinking they were subversive material. In response, thousands of Afghans have taken to the streets in protest....
Investigation uncovers unacknowledged civilian casualties from NATO's Libyan strikes
A New York Times investigation found that between 40 and 70 Libyan civilians were killed during the NATO-led bombing campaign that ultimately helped oust Muammar Gaddafi from power....
Pakistan gives soldiers permission to return fire at Americans; shuts down Afghan border
In a sign of the continued deterioration of the relationship between Pakistan and the United States, Pakistani officials gave their military permission to return fire on Americans if they're attacked. They've also shutdown the border, the primary avenue for supplies for the NATO force....
Afghan President Karzai to NATO: Don't be an occupying force
Hamid Karzai, the President of Afghanistan, has stepped up warnings to NATO, saying it risks becoming an "occupying force."...
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