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Senate backs $91.3 billion Iraq, Afghan war bill

 
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate on Thursday approved a $91.3 billion measure sought by President Barack Obama to fund the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. (link)

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