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| Legislators defend failed rescue | | Lawmakers from both parties defended the Obama administration's attempt to rescue American journalist Luke Somers early Sunday morning, even though the dangerous mission did not result in saving Somer's life. |
| Hagel: Afghans 'want us here' | | Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel traveled to Afghanistan this weekend, his fourth and last trip to the country as he makes way for his likely replacement, Defense Secretary nominee Ashton Carter. |
| Iran charges U.S. journalist | | A Washington Post correspondent detained in Iran since July has been officially charged with unspecified crimes, the newspaper reported. |
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