Political protests cause the two sides to forgo large-scale 'Bright Star' maneuvers set for later this year
Libyan rebels and pro-government forces are fighting fierce battles just 50 kilometers west of Tripoli
Officials warn of damage to country's security if there are further cuts to Pentagon budget
Tibetan spiritual leader speaks with VOA about his trip to Washington
Gates urged NATO allies Thursday to not rush out of Afghanistan, even as US prepares to start withdrawing its troops next month
Comments came day after coalition warplanes carried out some of the most intense air strikes in Tripoli since operation began in March
Visit is part of a farewell tour before he steps down as defense secretary later this month
US defense secretary promises Asian allies US will uphold its commitments
US defense secretary is in Kabul as part of a farewell tour before he leaves office later this month
Embattled President Ali Abdullah Saleh has been a consistent US partner in the fight against a major al-Qaida group based in Yemen
US defense secretary says that so far, there is no evidence that top Pakistani officials knew about bin Laden hiding in their country
Late Friday night President Barack Obama, lawmakers agreed to $38 billion in cuts
Locals are complaining that the authorities are not giving them accurate information fast enough
While price tag of vessel's cargo is shocking, it is location of incident that is far more alarming
Spokesman tells VOA there have been 'unofficial' discussions between Afghan government, Taliban
There were numerous reports of violence and fraud during the voting on Saturday
Election observers say turnout appeared to be low
Taliban vowed to disrupt election, urged voters to stay home
Afghan forces increase security across country following widespread voter fraud allegations in previous elections and rise in violence
Country has seen several major suicide bomb attacks in past few days against minority Shi'ites
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