November 2, 2009
The former prime minister announced plans to drop out of the race days before the election.
Afghanistan (WiredPRNews.com) – Afghanistan presidential candidate Abdullah Abdullah has announced that he will no longer be in the run-off with President Hamid Karzai. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the former prime minister made the announcement only days before […]
October 24, 2009
Senator John Kerry has been labeled an all around advisor to the president on major global issues.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – Senator John Kerry has been labeled an unofficial all-around advisor to President Barack Obama on a range of issues including foreign policy. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the senator’s role has expanded significantly […]
October 24, 2009
The White House spoke out about Republican criticism that the president is not making a decision about the country fast enough.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – The White House has spoken out about criticism from former Vice President Dick Cheney and others who say President Barack Obama is not making his decision about Afghanistan with enough haste. […]
October 15, 2009
The country reportedly plans to send 500 more troops to serve in the country.
Britain (WiredPRNews.com) - The number of British troops in Afghanistan may increase by 500. As reported by Reuters, the nation’s Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, announced the possibility this week in response to an increase in violence.
As noted by Reuters, currently there are […]
October 6, 2009
White House officials stated Monday that pulling out of the battle is not likely at this time.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – As President Barack Obama faces decisions regarding the war in Afghanistan, White House officials suggest pulling out of the battle now is an unlikely option. As reported by the Associated Press […]
August 20, 2009
Voter turnout in the country is low after Taliban threats.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – The Afghanistan presidential election saw low voter turnout in the south following threats from the Taliban. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), several attacks closed polling sites throughout the country, and militants threatened those who did show […]
July 31, 2009
A federal judge has ordered the release of a Guantanamo Bay detainee.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – A judge has ordered that one of the prisoners currently being held at the Guantanamo Bay detention camp be released. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), U.S. District Judge Ellen Huvelle ordered the release of […]
May 14, 2009
The president will reportedly seek to block the release of photos showing prisoner abuse.
Wired PR News – President Barack Obama is reportedly seeking to block the release of photos that show abuse of prisoners by U.S. troops. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the president stated his intentions Wednesday, citing their release as having […]
May 7, 2009
The president declared he received commitments from Afghanistan and Pakistan leaders to fight Taliban militants.
Wired PR News – President Barack Obama stated on Wednesday that he received the commitments he was seeking from Afghanistan and Pakistan leaders in an effort to fight Taliban and al-Qaida militant threats. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), Obama […]
April 5, 2009
A new law in Afghanistan is being criticized heavily by human rights groups for reportedly legalizing spousal rape.
Wired PR News – An Afghan law has come under fire by human rights groups and other critics who state it makes spousal rape legal. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), some groups and lawmakers in the […]
