Delay in opening U.S. embassy in Iraq

By The Center for Public Integrity

Safety concerns and contractor fumbles delay the opening of the U.S. embassy in Baghdad.

U.S. official says government wasted $6-8 billion in Iraq reconstruction

By Zach Toombs and Aaron Mehta

The special inspector general for Iraq tallies the loss of U.S. taxpayer funds at more than 11 percent of the billions spent

U.S. seeks to outsource handling of Syrian chemical weapons

By R. Jeffrey Smith

The U.S. wants Jordan and Turkey to take the lead safeguarding Syrian chemical weapons.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Middle East":

"… l nerve agents suddenly become vulnerable to theft and misuse, Western and Middle Eastern officials say. As part of their preparations for such an event, Wester …"

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Al Jazeera adds more lobbying heft

By Dave Levinthal

Growing news network hires another government affairs firm as it expands U.S. operation

Excerpts from this story referencing "Middle East":

"… through which he is "focused on assisting in the development of the firm's Middle East and U.S. Department of Labor practices," according to his biography with t …"

Osama Bin Laden: How the U.S. helped midwife a terrorist

By Ahmed Rashid

A history of U.S. involvement in Central Asia, leading to the rise of Muslim radicals in 43 countries.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Middle East":

"… 982 and 1992, some 35,000 Muslim radicals from 43 Islamic countries in the Middle East, North and East Africa, Central Asia and the Far East would pass their bap …"

"… amily or the Americans, but called for the liberation of the entire Muslim Middle East. As the American air war against Iraq escalated in 1998, Bin Laden called …"

Afghanistan: Heart of darkness

By Ahmed Rashid

LAHORE, Pakistan, August 5, 1999 — As the Taliban launch a new offensive against opposition forces, the threat which this Islamic regime pos

Excerpts from this story referencing "Middle East":

"… of Toyota pick-up trucks are about 400 Arab Islamic militants from a dozen Middle East and African countries. These are the fighters of the 055 Brigade, funded b …"

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Turkish military cooperation vital for Libyan intervention

By Laurel Adams

After 60 years of military dependence on US, Turkey starting to break away

Excerpts from this story referencing "Middle East":

"… ndence.Turkey’s cooperation is vital for U.S. military operations in the Middle East. The U.S. sends 68 percent of logistical support for Iraq and Afghanistan …"

Suspected Russian arms merchant gets his day in a New York court

By Traver Riggins

A former Soviet Air Force officer accused of supplying governments, dissident groups and terrorist organizations with weapons used in bloody

Excerpts from this story referencing "Middle East":

"… ods transport services between many parts of Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. A former associate called Bout “apolitical,” saying he did business w …"

Obama pep talk to donors

By Peter H. Stone

President aims to raise a cool $1 billion for his re-election campaign; GOP will build on 2010 success....

Excerpts from this story referencing "Middle East":

"… hed so far and the serious challenges ahead such as energy, budget and the Middle East.Across town, Wisconsin Republican lawmakers were toasted at a fundraiser h …"

Lack of contract oversight puts billions at risk

By Laurel Adams

Federal agencies are increasingly reliant on contractors but many struggle to manage them and therefore expose billions in taxpayer dollars

Excerpts from this story referencing "Middle East":

"… -based food export company knowingly shipped expired food to troops in the Middle East. The owner had employees change expiration dates on food products and cons …"

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