Three of those charged have ties to Russian military and intelligence agencies, and the indictment also suggests the involvement of an aide to Vladimir V. Putin.
Tag: Civilian Casualties
Afghan War Casualty Report: June 7-13
At least 70 pro-government forces and 17 civilians were killed in Afghanistan during the past week.
Colombia’s Congress Debates Censuring Defense Minister Over Army Kill Orders
Orders to “double the results” of missions against guerrilla and criminal groups sent a chill down the Colombian military’s ranks, and prompted debate in Congress over the defense minister’s future.
Afghan War Casualty Report: May 31-June 6
At least 50 pro-government forces and 19 civilians were killed in Afghanistan during the past week.
Sudan Pro-Democracy Groups Vow to Continue Protests After Deadly Crackdown
A heavy military presence in the Sudanese capital appeared to deter demonstrations. Citing this week’s killings, the African Union suspended Sudan from all activities.
Caught Between U.S. and Taliban, a Family Dies and the Survivor Seeks Justice
An investigation shows an American airstrike killed 12 family members in eastern Afghanistan during a battle against insurgents.
Dutch Man, Captive for 7 Years, Dies as Philippines Troops Try to Free Him
The hostage, Ewold Horn, had been taken hostage by Abu Sayyaf militants in 2012 while he was bird-watching on a remote southern island.
Huge Wave of Syrians Flee Intensified Bombing on Last Rebel-Held Province
An escalated bombing campaign on Idlib, the last rebel-held province in Syria, has driven hundreds of thousands of people from their homes, alarming aid workers.
Afghan War Casualty Report: May 24-30
At least 134 pro-government forces and 47 civilians were killed in Afghanistan during the past week.
Militants Attack Soldiers in Southern Philippines, Leaving 2 Children Dead
Six militants from the insurgent group Abu Sayyaf were also killed in the gun battle on the island of Jolo.