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Mali claims killing extremist linked to 2017 deaths of US troops
A senior Islamic State group commander wanted in connection with one of the deadliest attacks on U.S. forces in Africa has been killed, Mali's army says.
Islamic State senior leader in Iraq killed in US-led coalition airstrike
Another top Islamic State leader is eliminated.
By Howard Altman
Iraq issues arrest warrant for Trump over Soleimani killing
An arrest warrant was issued Thursday for outgoing President Donald Trump in connection with the killing of an Iranian general and a powerful Iraqi militia leader last year, Iraq’s judiciary said.
Rally in Baghdad marks 1 year since Iran general’s death in US drone strike
Sunday's rally was being held amid heightened tensions between Iran and the U.S. in the final days of President Donald Trump’s administration.
Inside the case against ISIS militants suspected in the deaths of Western hostages
The prosecution is a counterterrorism success in the waning weeks of the Trump administration. But it almost didn't happen.
ISIS attack hits Kabul as Pompeo joins Afghanistan peace talks
Meanwhile, the U.S. military announced a sudden visit to the Mideast by long-range, nuclear-capable B-52H bombers, underlining America's continuing presence in the region.
2 men sentenced for stealing $750K from Kentucky woman in military dating scam
A third defendant was convicted last week in the case where the woman believed she was dating an Army sergeant.
Trump meets with troops from al-Baghdadi raid during Fort Bragg visit
President Trump presented the troops with a Presidential Unit Citation and visited a Special Forces memorial.
Afghan forces claim to kill al-Qaida propagandist wanted by FBI
A provincial council official said the Taliban was protecting the al-Qaida leader, which, if true, would be a violation of the Feb. 29 deal with the U.S. that jump-started Afghanistan peace talks.
By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press
Warring Afghans meet to find peace after decades of war
Afghanistan’s warring sides started negotiations for the first time, bringing together the Taliban and delegates appointed by the Afghan government Saturday for historic meetings aimed at ending decades of war.
By Aya Batrawy, The Associated Press