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Iran Claims Missile Test as Calls for New Sanctions Grow

By Talea Miller

Iran claimed a test firing of its most advanced missiles Monday, further stoking diplomatic tensions ahead of crucial talks this week between the Islamic nation and world powers over its nuclear program.

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Sep 28

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Gates: Closing Guantanamo Proving ‘Tough’

Defense Secretary Robert Gates hinted Sunday it may not be possible to close the prison facility at Guantanamo Bay by January, as President Obama has ordered. Margaret Warner reports.

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Sep 11

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Public Views Shifting on War in Afghanistan

Jeffrey Brown speaks with editorial page editors about the public's view on the war in Afghanistan and increasing doubts over sending more troops.

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Sep 04

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NATO Airstrike in Northern Afghanistan Kills as Many as 90

A NATO airstrike on two fuel trucks hijacked by the Taliban in northern Afghanistan Friday triggered a massive explosion that killed up to 90 people. Many of the causalities are reported to be civilians.

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Sep 03

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Gates Reaffirms Afghan War Commitment in Face of Waning Public Support

By Larisa Epatko

Defense Secretary Robert Gates on Thursday challenged the notion that the Obama administration is losing control in Afghanistan, despite several recent polls that show flagging public support for the war.

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Sep 03

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Gates Signals Openness to Adding Troops in Afghanistan

Defense Secretary Robert Gates told reporters Thursday he would be open to sending more troops to Afghanistan, despite mounting questions on the war.

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Aug 31

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Other News: General Warns of ‘Serious’ Challenges in Afghanistan

In other news, Gen. Stanley McChrystal warned "the situation in Afghanistan is serious, but success is achievable," as the military reported the deaths of two more American soldiers there.

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Jul 31

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July Was Deadliest Month for U.S. Forces in Afghanistan

Margaret Warner updates the U.S. war efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan then speaks with a Washington Post reporter about the latest military strategy.

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Jul 30

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Other News: Health Care Legislation Inches Forward

In other news, health care reform legislation advanced in the House, but stalled in the Senate, and a spending bill that removed funding for F-22 fighter jets was approved.

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Jul 29

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Other News: Economy Stabilizing in Parts of U.S., Fed Says

In other news, the Federal Reserve indicated that the recession might be easing up but said the labor market remains soft, and Microsoft announced a long-awaited partnership with Yahoo.

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