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US Attacks Afghan Medical Clinic

HeadlineAug 27, 2009

In Afghanistan, US forces have attacked a medical clinic where an injured Taliban leader had reportedly sought treatment. Afghan officials say the assault in the eastern province of Paktika killed up to twelve Taliban militants. The US military says it fired on the clinic after ensuring no civilians were inside. Seven people, including the alleged wounded commander, have been jailed.

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