Karzai plans to intensify showdown with U.S., aide says
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The Afghan leader signals he thinks the U.S. is bluffing on a security pact timetable; the U.S. has not budged.
Karzai digs in on delay for U.S. troop accord
Afghan president’s spokesman insists agreement won't be finalized until after April election.
U.S., Pakistan in dispute over drone attack that killed six
The attack was a rare strike outside of tribal areas. U.S. officials deny it targeted an Islamic seminary.
Kerry: U.S., Afghanistan agree on language of security pact
The draft, which includes immunity for U.S. troops, now goes to an Afghan council for consideration.
U.S. to offer Afghans assurances to resolve dispute
The U.S. will put assurances in a letter, which Obama is likely to sign to resolve dispute over American military presence.
At least 6 killed in bomb targeting site of Kabul talks
The car bomb blew up near where Afghan leaders are set to weigh a potential security pact with the U.S.
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