 | 2009 JULY
July 9, 2009
As Troops Continue Afghan Offensive, Focus Turns to Civilian Outreach
U.S. Marines pushed further into the Helmand province in southern Afghanistan this week, as word came of a truck bombing in a village south of Kabul that killed at least two dozen people. A Washington Post reporter gives an update on the military efforts and the bombing.
   
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| July 8, 2009
Cyber Attacks on Governments
On the Fourth of July, cyber attacks started targeting computers at the White House, the Pentagon and other major U.S. government agencies. The New York Stock Exchange and the South Korean government were also targets. Who and what are behind the attacks? Two experts take your questions.
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| July 7, 2009
China Imposes Curfew to Fight Ethnic Unrest
The Chinese government declared a curfew Tuesday in northwestern China to combat the continued ethnic violence erupting between Han Chinese and Muslim Uighurs.
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| July 6, 2009
Other News: Seven U.S. Troops Killed in Afghanistan
In other news, seven U.S. troops were killed in deadly attacks across Afghanistan, and 165 people have been killed during riots in China.
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| July 6, 2009
U.S., Russia Unveil Plan for Nuclear Cuts at Summit
President Barack Obama met with Russian leaders Monday to push for progress on arms control and other issues. Margaret Warner reports from the opening day of the Moscow summit.
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| July 6, 2009
Robert McNamara, Defense Chief During Vietnam War, Dies at 93
Former Defense Secretary Robert McNamara, known as the leading architect of the Vietnam War, died on Monday. He was 93.
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| July 6, 2009
Obama Leadership Faces Test at Moscow Summit
President Barack Obama opened a U.S.-Russia summit in Moscow Monday with a prediction of "extraordinary progress" in the areas of nuclear arms reduction and other key bilateral issues.
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| July 3, 2009
Palin Resignation, Minnesota Senate Election Resolution Top Week's News
Columnists Mark Shields and Michael Gerson mull Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's surprise resignation announcement and the Minnesota Supreme Court's ruling that Democrat Al Franken defeated Republican Norm Coleman for a U.S. Senate seat.
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| July 3, 2009
Other News: Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin Resigns
In other news, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin announced her resignation effective later this month, and officials in Pakistan reported that 17 people were killed in a U.S. drone aircraft attack targeting members of the Taliban.
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| July 3, 2009
U.S. Expands Offensive in Southern Afghanistan
On the second day of a major U.S. offensive in Southern Afghanistan, journalist Nancy Youssef discusses how the Marine-led mission is proceeding.
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| July 3, 2009
U.S. Forces Enter Taliban Strongholds in Afghanistan
U.S. Marines moved into Taliban territory in southern Afghanistan on Friday to win over local leaders and populations, and so far have met little resistance from the Taliban, according to a military spokesman.
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| July 2, 2009
As U.S. Troops Mount Offensive in Afghanistan, New Strategy Is Tested
U.S. Marines marked the start of a new offensive in Afghanistan Thursday, as part of the Obama administration's efforts to stabilize the Afghan-Pakistan border region. A Washington Post reporter embedded in the Helmand province provides an update.
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| July 2, 2009
U.S. Troops Pour into Southern Afghanistan in New Offensive
U.S. Marines marked the start of a new offensive in Afghanistan Thursday, as part of the Obama administration's efforts to stabilize the Afghan-Pakistan border region. James Mates of Independent Television News reports.
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| July 2, 2009
Russia-Georgia Talks Aim to Prevent Another Flare-up
Georgian and Russian officials reportedly engaged in constructive -- though at times strained -- talks this week and agreed to meet again in mid-September in the next of a series of discussions aimed at avoiding a repeat of August's five-day war.
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| July 2, 2009
Marines Launch Offensive to Seize Afghan Valley
Thousands of U.S. Marines marked the start of a new offensive in Afghanistan Thursday, pouring from into Taliban-controlled villages in southern Afghanistan to clear insurgents from the area ahead of the nation's Aug. 20 presidential election.
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| July 1, 2009
Iraq's Security Forces Making New Progress, Odierno Says
Gen. Ray Odierno, head of multi-national forces in Iraq, gives his take on for the country's path to stability one day after the U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraqi cities.
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| JUNE
June 30, 2009
Medvedev's First Year in Office Brings Surprises, Scrutiny
In the first report of a series from Russia, Margaret Warner takes a closer look at the country's political leadership, focusing on President Dmitry Medvedev's first year in office and the role of Prime Minister Vladimir Putin in the government.
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| June 30, 2009
Upon U.S. Troop Pullback, Jones Assesses Iraq's Future
U.S. troop withdrawals from Iraqi cities prompted a national holiday, but continued violence leaves the country's stability in question. National Security Adviser retired Gen. Jim Jones discusses the path ahead in Iraq.
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| June 30, 2009
Security Fears Loom as U.S. Troops Drawback in Iraq
The exit of U.S. forces from cities in Iraq was celebrated on Tuesday, even as many in the nation worried about the ability of Iraqi police and military forces to provide adequate security. Jane Arraf of The Christian Science Monitor discusses the situation with Judy Woodruff.
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| June 30, 2009
Iraqis Celebrate as U.S. Forces Exit Cities
Iraq celebrated a public holiday Tuesday in commemoration of the withdrawal of U.S. forces from the country's cities. Judy Woodruff reports.
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| June 30, 2009
Iraqi Forces Take Over Cities as U.S. Steps Back
Six years after the U.S.-led invasion to oust Saddam Hussein, Iraq declared a public holiday Tuesday to mark the planned withdrawal of U.S. troops from cities and towns, staging a military parade aimed at illustrating its security progress.
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| June 30, 2009
Ousted Honduras President Vows to Return as Protests Continue
Ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya said Tuesday that he would return to the capital of Tegucigalpa Thursday, as the country's interim government continued to battle street protestors supporting Zelaya.
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| June 30, 2009
As U.S. Troops Depart Cities, Iraqis Assume Security Role
According to the Iraqi-U.S. security pact, U.S. combat troops are leaving Iraqi cities by June 30 and the soldiers who remain will coordinate, train and advise Iraqi security forces at their request, said U.S. military spokesman in Iraq Brig. Gen. Stephen Lanza.
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| June 29, 2009
'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Military Policy Faces New Scrutiny
Following protests from gay rights activists, efforts to lobby Congress and the administration to repeal the military's policy of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" have picked up speed. Ray Suarez reports on the movement and its critics.
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| June 29, 2009
Leaders Call for Honduras to Reinstate Ousted President
Honduras' newly appointed leader vowed Monday to resist pressure from world leaders to reinstate ousted President Manuel Zelaya, as protesters burned tires and clashed with police near the presidential palace.
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| June 23, 2009
Other News: National Security Adviser Meets with Afghan Candidates
In other news, U.S. national security adviser James Jones met with candidates in Afghanistan's upcoming presidential election to press for a free and fair contest, and U.S. airstrikes in Pakistan reportedly killed nine people at a Taliban training camp.
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| June 18, 2009
Iranian Protesters Mourn Deaths as Guardian Council Calls in Candidates
Supporters of Iranian presidential candidate Mir Hossein Mousavi rallied in Tehran again Thursday, many dressed in black and carrying candles to mourn demonstrators killed in post-election clashes, according to witnesses.
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| June 17, 2009
Iranian Election Tensions Continue With Call for New Rally
Supporters of Iranian presidential candidate Mir Hossein Mousavi gathered in downtown Tehran for a fifth straight day Wednesday as their candidate continued his challenge to the country's supreme leader and cleric-led system.
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| June 16, 2009
Obama, S. Korean President Criticize N. Korea's Actions
President Obama and South Korean President Lee Myung-bak criticized North Korea's recent provocations Tuesday in the latest round of the ongoing diplomatic standoff. Analysts consider how international pressure and new sanctions may affect the region.
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| June 16, 2009
Other News: Presidential Campaign Begins in Afghanistan
In other news, Afghanistan kicked off its two month-long presidential election campaign, and a U.S. soldier was killed in a roadside bombing about 230 miles southeast of Baghdad.
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| June 16, 2009
In Iran, Recount to Begin as 7 Die in Protests
Iran's 12-person Guardian Council said Tuesday it would begin a partial recount of votes in Friday's disputed presidential election, as seven people were reportedly killed during a massive march through the streets of Tehran.
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| June 15, 2009
After Disputed Vote, Iran's Leaders Face Continued Protests
Analysts discuss Iran's disputed presidential election and how protests by supporters of reform-movement leader Mir Hossein Mousavi will shape the country's political future.
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| June 15, 2009
Thousands Protest Election Results in Iran, Defying Ban
Thousands defied a government ban to turn out in Tehran's streets protesting Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's declaration of victory following Friday's presidential election. ITN's Bill Neely reports from Tehran.
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| June 9, 2009
Shell Pays Millions to Settle Activists' Deaths in Nigeria
Royal Dutch Shell, in order to settle several lawsuits brought in a U.S. court, agreed Monday to pay $15.5 million to the families of Nigerian protesters executed by the military regime in the 1990s.
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| June 5, 2009
Full Extent of Nazi Prison Camp System Still Emerging
Scholars are still discovering the full scale of the Nazi prison camp system during WWII as President Obama visited remembrances and anniversary celebrations in Europe this week. Ray Suarez reports.
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| June 5, 2009
Strong Military Presence, Location Drive Hampton Roads Economy
Located in southeastern Virginia, Hampton Roads is one of the world's biggest and deepest natural harbors and home to the world's largest naval base at Norfolk.
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| June 4, 2009
Legacy of Tiananmen Crackdown Lingers Over China's Politics
Analysts reflect on the life of key Chinese leader Zhao Ziyang, who died in 2005 after being under house arrest for almost two decades and kept a secret journal chronicling the events around the Tiananmen Square protests.
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| June 4, 2009
Police Crowd Tiananmen to Block Possible Anniversary Protests
Independent Television News correspondent John Ray reports from Beijing on the twentieth anniversary of the Tiananmen Square protests, where police maintained a heavy presence to tamp down on demonstrations.
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| June 4, 2009
Other News: 4 U.S. Soldiers Die in Afghanistan, Iraq
In other news, 4 U.S. soldiers were killed in Afghanistan and Iraq, and a Brazilian navy helicopter recovered the first wreckage from an Air France flight that was lost over the Atlantic Ocean Sunday.
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| June 4, 2009
Reporter's Notebook: D-Day Remembrance Stirs More Than Memories
Planning for Sunday's World War II D-Day commemoration in France was temporarily marred by the failure of the Queen of England to get an invitation. Michael D. Mosettig, the NewsHour's senior producer for foreign affairs, looks at the flap.
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| June 2, 2009
McChrystal Predicts Hard Road Ahead in Afghanistan
Army Lt. Gen. Stanley McChrystal, tapped to take command of U.S. and NATO troops in Afghanistan, faced questions on his leadership plans at a confirmation hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday. Analysts take a look at his qualifications for the post.
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| June 2, 2009
Fact Sheet: War in Afghanistan
As the leadership of the U.S. military effort in Afghanistan changes hands, a look at a few key facts on the current status of the war in Afghanistan.
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| June 2, 2009
Leader Profile: Student Activist Yang Jianli
Yang Jianli, a student activist at the Tiananmen Square anti-government protests in 1989, now lives in the United States and continues to advocate for human rights 20 years later.
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| June 2, 2009
Leader Profile: Student Activist Wang Dan
Leading up to the crackdown in Tiananmen Square in June 1989, Wang Dan was one of the most high-profile student activists, spearheading efforts to try to bring democratic change to China's regime.
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| June 2, 2009
Leader Profile: Chinese Prime Minister Li Peng
In the weeks leading up to the military crackdown in Tiananmen in 1989, Chinese Premier Li Peng came to represent the conservative wing of the Communist Party leadership, speaking for those who favored the harshest response to student demonstrators.
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| June 2, 2009
Leader Profile: Chinese Communist Party Official Zhao Ziyang
On May 19, 1989, Chinese Communist Party Secretary General Zhao Ziyang picked up a bullhorn and urged student demonstrators to end their hunger strike against the Chinese government in the name of peace and national stability.
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| June 2, 2009
Leader Profile: Chinese Patriarch Deng Xiaoping
While Deng Xiaoping held many positions within the Communist Party and was never head of government or state, but did serve as the de facto party leader and leader of the People's Republic of China from 1978 to the early 1990s.
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| June 2, 2009
Kim Jong Il Reportedly Taps Youngest Son as Heir, South Korean Media Say
Amid recent military moves, North Korean leader Kim Jong Il has signaled that his youngest son will assume the ruling family dynasty and become the secretive nation's next leader, South Korean news reports said Tuesday.
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| June 1, 2009
Other News: Markets Rise, 4 Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan
In other news, markets rose despite General Motors' bankruptcy filing, and four U.S. soldiers were killed in 2 separate roadside bombings west of Kabul.
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| June 1, 2009
Militants Abduct 400 in Northwest Pakistan
Taliban militants abducted at least 400 students, staff and relatives from a military-run college in a northwest Pakistani tribal region on Monday.
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