Oct 25

Lawmakers split on timing of Afghan decision<br /> (AP)<br />

AP - Top lawmakers sparred Sunday over the timing of President Barack Obama’s decision on how to move ahead in Afghanistan, with Republicans urging a quick move to boost troop levels and Democrats counseling patience.

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Oct 25

Japan PM in no hurry on US base relocation deal<br /> (AFP)<br />

AFP - Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama said Sunday he was in no hurry to make a decision on relocating a controversial US military base in Japan before President Barack Obama’s visit next month.

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