Eric Schmitt
Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 14:11
Nearly every day, and sometimes twice daily, an unarmed American drone soars skyward from a secluded military airfield here, starting a surveillance mission of 10 hours or more to track fighters affiliated with Al Qaeda and other militants in neighboring Mali.
Tuesday, February 5, 2013 - 00:00
That back-channel communication provides a rare glimpse into the United States government's deep involvement in Mexican security affairs.
Wednesday, August 29, 2012 - 00:00
The presence of C.I.A. employees, and indeed all American operatives, on Mexican soil has long been a prickly subject here.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - 00:00
The number of military personnel under scrutiny in the case, which the Pentagon initially numbered at 5, is between 10 and 12.
Tuesday, August 9, 2011 - 00:00
Admiral Kernan cited drug trafficking, criminal cartels and violent extremist organizations as the major challenges to security in South America.
Monday, April 6, 2009 - 00:00
The House and Senate are considering legislation that would go even further than the administration and allow all Americans unlimited travel to Cuba