October 2015
Chinese Navy Commander to American Counterpart: A Small Incident Could Escalate to War
The Chinese Navy commander warned the U.S. that its activities in the South China Sea could lead to war, emphasizing the need for dialogue and…
The U.S. Will Keep More Soldiers in Afghanistan
President Obama has decided to keep 9,800 U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan until the end of 2016, revising previous plans to reduce their number significantly due…
U.S. Defense Secretary: We Will Not Leave Afghanistan
U.S. Defense Secretary Ashton Carter announced that the U.S. will keep more troops in Afghanistan than planned after 2016, countering claims that the U.S. is…
Amnesty International: The Virginity Test on Atena Farghadani is a Form of Torture
Atena Farghadani, an imprisoned Iranian painter, has been subjected to forced virginity tests, which Amnesty International condemns as torture and a violation of women's rights.…
American General: Airstrike on Kunduz Was at the Request of Afghan Forces
An airstrike in Kunduz, Afghanistan, requested by Afghan forces to combat Taliban attacks, resulted in civilian casualties and has been labeled a 'war crime' by…
At least 11 killed in U.S. military plane crash in Afghanistan
A U.S. military C-130 plane crashed in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, killing at least 11 people, including American military personnel and civilian contractors. The Taliban claimed responsibility…