The United states Air Force (private mercenaries) bombs an Army of Afghanistan checkpoint, in Khowst province, killing nine Soldiers.

       [added 6/6/2021]

Subsequent Events:

10/26/2008                   12/12/2008                   12/31/2008                    10/29/2009                   12/17/2009

2/26/2013                     12/4/2018

References:

Laura King, “U.S. Promises Investigation after Afghan Troops Slain,” Los Angeles Times, 23 October 2008, A3.

Current U.s. National Debt:

$36,167,124,467,492

Source