Afghan, US troops kill 40 militants in hunt for those behind 1 of deadliest attacks on USKABUL, Afghanistan — American and Afghan troops swept through forested mountains in eastern Afghanistan on Tuesday, killing 40 militant fighters in a hunt for insurgents responsible for one of the deadliest attacks of the war on U.S. troops, the Defense Ministry said. Greek Socialist leader Papandreou sworn in as prime minister after landslide election winATHENS, Greece — Greece’s new Socialist Prime Minister George Papandreou has named his government, in which he will also be responsible for foreign affairs. AP sources: NYC terror suspect contacted senior al-Qaida operative in international caseWASHINGTON — Just weeks before the eighth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, an Afghan immigrant with ties to a senior al-Qaida operative drew the attention of U.S. intelligence organizations, intelligence officials familiar with the investigation say. AP sources: NY terror suspect contacted senior al-Qaida operative in international caseWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is touting the case of an al-Qaida-linked Afghan immigrant who allegedly plotted an attack in New York as proof the U.S. intelligence community is making progress in the struggle to defeat the terror group. Noncriminal immigrants could be confined outside of jails under proposed detention reformsWASHINGTON — Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano promised immigration enforcement would continue even though her agency is considering new ways to house nonviolent immigrants who have not committed crimes. AP Sources: NYC terror suspect had contact with senior al-Qaida operativeWASHINGTON — An Afghan immigrant accused of plotting a terrorist attack in New York after receiving training in Pakistan was in contact with a senior al-Qaida operative, intelligence officials familiar with the investigation told The Associated Press. NYC terror suspect had contact with senior al-Qaida; informant tipsWASHINGTON — An Afghan immigrant accused of plotting a terrorist attack in New York after receiving training in Pakistan was in contact with a senior al-Qaida operative, intelligence officials familiar with the investigation told The Associated Press. Feds decide against death penalty for Gitmo inmate accused in US embassy bombingsNEW YORK — The U.S. government has decided not to seek the death penalty against a Guantanamo detainee charged in the 1998 bombings of two U.S. embassies in Africa. Gates says military will fall in line with whatever Obama decides on AfghanistanWASHINGTON — Despite the fierce policy divide inside the White House over Afghanistan, Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Monday that the military will fall in line with whatever President Barack Obama decides. US voices concern over Turkmenistan’s bid to stop students traveling to foreign universitiesALMATY, Kazakhstan — The United States expressed its concern Monday over efforts by Turkmenistan to prevent students from traveling to U.S.-linked universities. Analysis: Obama’s campaign commitment to Afghan war is coming up against harsh realityNEW YORK — As a presidential candidate, Barack Obama denounced the war in Iraq, saying there is no military solution there. Now he may be forced to decide there is no military solution in Afghanistan, either. Report says credibility of bank rescue program was hurt by government’s inaccurate claimsWASHINGTON — The credibility of the government’s $700 billion financial rescue program was damaged by claims a year ago that all of the initial banks receiving support were healthy, a new report contends. Treasury says 3 more investment firms approved for toxic asset purchase programWASHINGTON — Three more large investment firms have raised sufficient capital to participate in the joint partnership with the government to purchase toxic assets from banks. Abbas tries to control damage from decision to defer Gaza war crimes vote at UNRAMALLAH, West Bank — Engulfed by domestic outrage, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas rushed Sunday to limit the fallout from his decision to suspend efforts to have Israeli officials prosecuted for war crimes over last winter’s military offensive in Gaza. Obama considers range of options for war in Afghanistan to achieve goal of defeating al-QaidaWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is considering a range of ideas for changing course in Afghanistan, from pulling back to staying put to sending thousands more troops to fight the insurgency. G-7 finance ministers warn of fragile recovery, vow to keep stimulus measuresISTANBUL — Finance ministers from the Group of Seven rich countries warned the recovery remains “fragile” and tried to talk up the U.S. dollar amid fears it could fall farther and disrupt the global economy. To achieve goal of defeating al-Qaida, Obama weighs range of options for war in AfghanistanWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is considering a range of ideas for changing course in Afghanistan, from pulling back to staying put to sending thousands more troops to fight the insurgency. Colorado’s Lamborn joins conservative congressmen on Honduras visit, defying US coup policyDENVER — A Colorado Republican is defending his visit to a Honduran leader deemed illegitimate by the White House. US Senator’s spokesman says Honduran leader vowed liberties to be restored by or on MondayTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — A spokesman for a U.S. Senator says the interim president of Honduras vowed that civil liberties would be restored in the troubled Central American country no later than Monday. Conservative US lawmakers visit Honduras leaders, highlighting Washington divide over coupTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — Honduras’ coup-installed president told a U.S. congressional delegation Friday that full civil liberties would be restored within days, a spokesman for one of the lawmakers said following a meeting that challenged Washington’s attempts to isolate the interim government. Report: Despite Obama’s wishes, some states use stimulus to make up for education cutsWASHINGTON — An internal watchdog at the Education Department says states are using money from the economic stimulus to plug budget holes instead of boosting aid for schools. Homeland Security says it will be ‘competitive’ in hiring up to 1,000 cyber security expertsWASHINGTON — The Obama administration has given a green light to the Homeland Security Department to be more competitive and choosey as it hires up to 1,000 new cyber experts over the next three years, the first major personnel move to fulfill its vow to bolster security of the nation’s computer networks. Obama: Iran has 2 weeks to let international inspectors into nuclear plantWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama on Thursday called landmark international talks with Iran on its nuclear program “a constructive beginning” but said that Iran must match its promises of cooperation with deeds. Obama administration, Congress members looking to ban text messaging from the driver’s seatWASHINGTON — The Obama administration said Thursday it will seek to ban text messaging by interstate bus drivers and truckers and push states to pass their own laws against driving cars while distracted. A brief history of post-1979 U.S.-Iranian contactsA brief history of post-1979 U.S.-Iranian contacts: Obama administration to push for text messaging bans for truck and bus driversWASHINGTON — Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood says the Obama administration will pursue new federal rules that could ban text messaging by truck and interstate bus drivers and urge states to pass laws against distracted driving. Transportation chief signals goal should put the brakes on drivers texting behind the wheelWASHINGTON — Determined to stop people from texting while driving, the Obama administration plans a campaign similar to past government efforts to discourage drunken driving and encourage the use of seat belts. Treasury says 2 investment firms have raised minimum amounts needed for toxic asset programWASHINGTON — The Treasury Department said Wednesday that two large investment funds have raised the minimum amounts needed to begin purchasing toxic assets from banks, finally launching this part of the government’s financial rescue effort. Transportation Department holds summit to find ways of curbing cell phone use by driversWASHINGTON — Driving while distracted is a growing peril in a nation reluctant to put down its cell phones and handheld devices even behind the wheel, the Obama administration declared on Wednesday. Officials said Congress and the public must team up to reduce the danger. Congress sends Obama a bill to triple aid to Pakistan for its work against radicalismWASHINGTON — Legislation to triple aid to Pakistan and stem the tide of radicalism and anti-Americanism in that Asian nation cleared Congress on Wednesday and moved to President Barack Obama for his signature. |
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