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Major U.S. troop drawdown appears likely as Obama weighs options ahead of sixth address to nation since taking office
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Hillary Clinton: Saudi women drivers "brave"
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Afghan troop drawdown plans come into focus
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Mormons try to brush up image while in spotlight
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Kerry, McCain look to authorize Libya mission
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