Oct 25

Lawmakers split on timing of Afghan decision (AP)

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. Read the rest of this entry »

Oct 25

Japan PM in no hurry on US base relocation deal (AFP)

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. Read the rest of this entry »