The United States and coalition forces will transition to a support role in the Afghanistan War this spring, the Obama administration announced Friday.
Saturday, May 18, 2013 As of 8:09 PM EDT
U.S. EDITION
Saturday, May 18, 2013 As of 8:09 PM EDT
U.S. EDITION
The United States and coalition forces will transition to a support role in the Afghanistan War this spring, the Obama administration announced Friday.
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