NSN Daily Update 5/13/2009 Posted by The National Security Network

See today's complete daily update here.

What We’re Reading

A bomb exploded at the gates of a U.S. base in Khost, Afghanistan, killing 7 Afghan civilians, a day after militants attacked Afghan government buildings in the city.  NATO supply trucks bound for Afghanistan were burned in north-west Pakistan.  The U.S. will once again use an airbase in Uzbekistan to supply troops in Afghanistan, however the base will officially be run by South Korea.

The U.S. launches a new drone attack program that gives the Pakistani military significant control over targets and firing decisions.

In Bethlehem, Pope Benedict XVI called for a Palestinian homeland, for lifting the embargo on Gaza, and urged Palestinians to refrain from terrorism.  The New York Times looks at the declining influence of Mideast Christians.

The United States joined the U.N. Human Rights Council.

Commentary of the Day

Maureen Dowd points out hypocrisy in the Republican Party over former Vice President Dick Cheney’s public criticism of the Obama administration.  Michael Duffy asks, “Dick Cheney: Why So Chatty all of a Sudden?”

Vicki Divol explores the failures of the rules on how the White House keeps Congress informed of covert actions.

Aravind Adiga lays out four “emergencies” for the next prime minister of India to contend with.

Comments

[luxury watches]

I am so with you,rolex watch
luxury watch

[cheap coach bags]

Great comments! You are so nice, man! You never know how much i like'em!

[bobo19]

The design of links london Bracelets is special because no other bracelets are designed like the links of londonBracelets. The bracelets are very unique jewelries that have been in production for a long time. All in all,links london Bracelets are works of art.

[cheap coach purses]

Yes, that's cool. The device is amazing! Waiting for your next one!

[bobohuang]

This replica watches function is Hours, Minutes, Sub-dial seconds (3 o'clock), Chronograph, Date, Tachometric scale for accurate timekeeping.The replica watches engine is high-tech and superb quality ETA 2894-2 with porsche design rotor replica watch , always accurate and trustworthy.

[christmas19901001]

links london Jewelry
Flutter & Wow which describes the quivering pitch that occurs when a vinyl disc is played. It's an apt metaphor for the rush of romance - a hint of what this collection is all about. The asymmetrical, heart-shaped cage, wrought from interconnecting lines of sterlinglinks london Jewelry
is an edgy and offbeat symbol of love. Making a striking new addition to our popular links london charm range.you will get a lot ifyou sufer links london Store

[yangdianfeng19900930]

cheap links london
are proud to present a limited edition especially for Valentine's to our popular collection of sterling silver Red & Black Friendship Valentine's links london Jewelry
. Featuring a heart shaped bead and Red & Black thread. if you want to get appreciation of your boyfriend, I think that links london discount
Valentine's Bracelet give you a surprise.

[albert1021]

that sound good! This book of secrets charm in sterling silver with red enamel bookmark accent links of london is ideal for those who never reveal too much! Your lover knows that you are full of poetry and literature? So wearing the links London Secrets Book Charm , you look more charm and rich talent.

[Jane]

links of london ring is a symbol of love. Do you want to know more about links london ring? There is a good answer. Silver links london bring you different feelings else, with delicate model and proper price. Now buy! Give you a surprise.

[heibai1314]

A bank clerk, for example70-298
, wants to use MCTS Exam
the specialistN10-004 Exam
://www.mcse-70-299.com">MCSE Exam
vocabulary and technical terms of finance. But for teachers, deciding how to teach specialist English is not always so easy. For a start, MCSE Exam
the variety is enormous. Every field from airline70-620 Exam
pilots to secretaries has its own vocabulary and technical terms. Teachers also need to have an up-to-date knowledge of that specialist language. CompTIA Nerwork+ Exam
And not many teachers are exposed to working environments outside the classroomSY0-201 Exam
.

[wahaha1314]

In other words, 70-293 Examboth buyer and seller should be fully aware of all the factors MCSE Certificationthat comprise the total “package” being exchangedMCSE Certificationfor the asked-for amount of money in orderMCSEthat they may evaluate a given price.

[Meiru]

With the praise of”The king of quantity! The queen of quality! “Replica Cartier 21 Must De Cartier Watches Replica Omega WatchesAll kinds of watches can be choosen here. Replica Cartier La Dona Watches

[Friendhdx963]

Perhaps more farces will be churned Thomas sabo jewellery
out starring bankers - though, following the last few months, I'm sure politicians will still be the whipping boys of choice in this particular Thomas sabo jewellery
genre.
Setting its stall out from the moment you walk in - big, brash, unflattering headlines about the money men dominate the set - this Thomas sabo pendant-on-ribbon
is an unsubtle bedroom farce Thomas sabo earrings
with too few laughs to justify calling it a "credit crunch comedy".
It also has little to do with the world of corporate Thomas sabo carriers
greed and more to do with an exbanker's problems juggling a mistress and a wife.

[sesli sohbet]

Vicki Divol explores the failures of the rules on how the White House keeps Congress informed of covert actions.
seslisohbet
seslichat

[FFXIV Gil]

Are you fighting in Final Fantasy XIV for FFXIV Gil or Final Fantasy XIV Gil?
Can you suffer yourself being called newbie in FFXIV Gil game?
Are you seeking unofficial Buy FFXIV Gil cheats or Final Fantasy XIV guides in order to make Final Fantasy XIV Gil faster?
Can you get millions of Cheap FFXIV Gil in one day?
Even if you know how to farm Buy Final Fantasy XIV Gil you have to prepare enough Final Fantasy XIV Power Leveling first to buy height class Final Fantasy XIV Items, to upgrade your Final Fantasy XIV characters.
FF14 Gil Then why not Buy FFXIV Gil from us?
In Final Fantasy XIV it's the fastest way FF14 Gil,for you to get rich. We are online 24 hours a day ready and 7 days one week to power up your FFXIV Gil accounts with FFXIV Gil. Here is the best place for the Final Fantasy XIV Online players to buy your Final Fantasy XIV Gil.
We are the professional website in FFXIV GIL sale.FFXIV GIL here,We are professional FFXIV Power Leveling online. We update price every single day to make sure we are the lowest in the market.(we don't compare price with scam sites which uses unbelievable low price to deceive.)
Our slogan:Cheapest price, Fastest delivery, Best service! Final Fantasy XIV GIL
In the 2 years we are in this field , FFXIV GILbuilt many business with tens of thousands of customers. They are very satisfied with our service.So if you want to get a log of Cheap FFXIV Gil ,no doubt ,come to our website to buy. Our customer service is ready for you on line now!(WWW,GM MMO,COM Sell FFXIV Gil)

[3g modem]

well! i like this interesting post,thank you your sharing!

[explosion proof light]

We are committed to developing environmentally friendly and energy-saving explosion-proof light, led flashlight, led mining light,spotlight and light towers use of new technologies and materials.

[pandora jewellery]

well! i like this interesting post,thank you your sharing!

[hermes handbags birkin]

Great post! I actually love how it is quick on my eyes as well as the information is well written. I am wondering how I may be notified whenever a new post has been made. I have subscribed to your rss feed which should do the trick! Have a nice day!

[Adobe Acrobat]

Came across your blog when I was searching bing I have found the bit of info that
I found to be quite useful. You can visit my site about

[chat]

religious sect may degenerate into a political faction,' wrote James Madison, but the new American nation would nevertheless be protected against the ungovernable combination of religious fervor and political power as long as the Constitution prohibited the federal government from establishing any particular creed as preeminent.
Chat | Bedava Chat | Chat Odalari | Sohbet | Chat

[wholesale replica handbags]

i like your opinion. 2291 Peek A Boo Bag, m41526 Speedy 30, 1112, m40249 artsy mm, M45257 Messenger Bag, M40156 Neverfull MM, m40144 Tivoli GM, 6089, 211943 sukey, New Jackie

[Steam Generator]

Just imaging the hours you’ve spent cleaning the spa pool all those precious hours you could have spent with the family or doing something more exciting with your time. Jacuzzi SPA. When children leave home the burden of daily maintenance the pool normally falls on Mum and Dad and for the few months of the year you usually use the pool you should ask yourself “is it really worth it”.

[discount weddingdress]

Yes, that's cool. The device is amazing! Waiting for your next one!