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War News Radio fills the gaps in the media's coverage of the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan by providing balanced and in-depth reporting, historical perspective, and personal stories. Today WNR is heard around the country on over 50 radio stations and around the world by thousands online.

This Week
October 24th, 2008

Fleeing the War

An Iraqi Christian carries humanitarian aid in Baghdad. Photo courtesy of the Associated Press.

This week on War News Radio, we take a look at the unfinished US-Iraq Status of Forces Agreement and its importance to both governments. Jess Engebretson and Daniel Symonds report.

Next, we examine the wave of violence against Christians in the northern Iraqi city of Mosul. Ankhi Thakutra and Charlotte Chase report.

We then speak to the mother of a young Iraq veteran who shares her son’s experience with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder since his return from the war. Elise Garrity reports.

Finally, an Afghan refugee now living in Fremont, California discusses his views on the war, the election, and his life in America. Calvin Ho reports.

These stories, plus the week’s news, on War News Radio.

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Last Week
October 17th, 2008

Tricks of the Trade

Afghan teachers in training. Photo courtesy of the Associated Press.

This week on War News Radio, we hear from an American elementary school teacher who has taught in Afghanistan nine times. Listen now to Cyrus Stoller’s report.

We also examine how the militant presence in Pakistan is growing, despite generous counterterrorism aid from the US. Listen now to Sonny Sidhu’s report.

Then, we hear about a boxing program in Afghanistan that is teaching young women how to roll with the punches. Listen now to Elise Garrity’s report.

Finally, we speak with a former Marine who shares his reflections on serving in Iraq and Afghanistan and on the upcoming election. Listen now to Dan Symonds’ report.

These stories this week on War News Radio.

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