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-- Edmund Burke, 18th-century English political philosopher
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Officials warn of future terror attacksSpeaking with one voice, President Bush's top intelligence and military officials said Wednesday that terrorists are regrouping for possible new strikes against the United States.
Iraq's PM race goes to secret ballotTop Shiite politicians failed to reach a consensus Wednesday on their nominee for prime minister, shifting the two-man race to a secret ballot and exposing divisions in the winning alliance. In a chilling reminder of challenges facing the winner, a videotape showed a sobbing Italian hostage pleading for her life.
Iran, Syria to form 'united front'Iran and Syria, who both are facing pressure from the United States, said Wednesday they will form a "united front" to confront possible threats against them, state-run television reported.
Parliament gives final OK on Gaza planIsrael's parliament agreed Wednesday to pay nearly $900 million in compensation to 9,000 Jewish settlers who will be uprooted when Israel pulls out of the Gaza Strip and part of the West Bank.
Iran explosion sets off fears of attackAn explosion in a southern city prompted fears Wednesday of a missile attack in an area where Iran has a nuclear facility, and Iranian authorities gave conflicting explanations for the blast — including construction work and Iranian friendly fire in a military area.
The US News: Iraq News
US unclear on size of Iraq enemyUS intelligence agencies had failed to provide any reliable estimates of the size of Iraq's insurgency, US Defence Secretary Donald Rumsfeld said today. During a hearing of the House of Representat... [in
The Daily Telegraph]
The US News: Iraq NewsEstimates on Iraq Insurgency Unreliable -RumsfeldBy Will Dunham WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. intelligence agencies have failed to provide any reliable estimates of the size of Iraq's insurgency, Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld said on Wednesday.... [in
Reuters]
The US News: Iraq NewsNew FBI Art Unit Recovers Looted Seals from IraqBy Jon Hurdle PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) - The Federal Bureau of Investigation unveiled a new unit on Wednesday to tackle the multi-billion dollar market in stolen art and announced the FBI's first rec... [in
Reuters]
The US News: Iraq NewsCoalition Struggles To Pick Next Iraqi Prime MinisterBAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) - The political coalition that won last month's election is having trouble picking Iraq's next prime minister. After hours of closed-door meetings, leaders of the Shiite Uni... [in
WTVO]
The US News: Iraq NewsOfficials Won't Put Timetable on Iraq ExitAP Photo DCCD108 By LIZ SIDOTI Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON (AP) - Administration officials refused Wednesday to set a timetable on troops returning home from Iraq. Democrats pressed for a de... [in
Guardian]
The US News: Iraq NewsItalian hostage pleads for troop pullout from IraqROME: Italian journalist Giuliana Sgrena, who was kidnapped two weeks ago in Iraq, was shown in tears begging Rome to pull out its troops from the country, in a video broadcast on Italian television o... [in
Daily Times]
The US News: Iraq NewsBritish troops may face Iraq death chargesLONDON: British troops may be charged over the deaths of Iraqi civilians whose bodies have been exhumed by the military for forensic tests, the Independent newspaper reported on Wednesday. The newspap... [in
Daily Times]
The US News: Iraq NewsLeading Iraqi prime minister candidate embraces Islamic influenceIbrahim al-Jaafari, who emerged Wednesday as the favorite to be the next Iraqi prime minister, is almost certain to bring a stronger Islamic influence into the Iraqi government should he win the post.
Kansas City Star: IraqSeattle Post-Intelligencer: War on IraqIran explosion sets off fears of attackAn explosion in a southern city prompted fears Wednesday of a missile attack in an area where Iran has a nuclear facility, and Iranian authorities gave conflicting explanations for the blast - including construction work and Iranian friendly fire in a military area.
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: War on IraqIran's Bushehr nuke plant nearly completedMenacing anti-aircraft batteries and off-limit signs attest to Bushehr's importance as a pillar of Iran's ambitious nuclear plans. But while nearly completed, it's still unclear when the power plant will go on line, and how much of a potential threat it will be when it does.
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: War on IraqIraq's PM race goes to secret ballotBAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) - Top Shiite politicians failed to reach a consensus Wednesday on their nominee for prime minister, shifting the two-man race to a secret ballot and exposing divisions in the winning alliance. In a chilling reminder of challenges facing the winner, a videotape showed a sobbing Italian hostage pleading for her life.
Modesto Bee: IraqWeatherWeather information from
The Weather ChannelIraqAl Azamiyah Al Basrah Al Hillah Al Karkh Al Kazimiyah Al Kut An Nasiriyah Baghdad Baqubah Mosul Najaf Nineveh Tall KayfAfghanistanBost/Laskar Ghurian Herat Kabul QandaharFrom Fox News
Goss: Al Qaeda Gets Training in IraqCIA head tells Senate panel that terrorists are honing their skills on urban battlefields
Rumsfeld Warns of Terror'A Common Front'Iran, Syria pledge to back one another in face of Western threats; construction blamed for Iran blast
Iran: U.S. Drone Scoped Nuke SitesHariri Funeral Has Anti-Syria TingeMosque Fire Kills at Least 59 in TehranPentagon Denies Flying Drones Over IranIran Won't Stop Building ReactorReport: U.S. Using Drones to Spy on IranSources: FBI Doing Intel Work OverseasGoss Secures Leadership Team at CIATenet Criticizes National Director IdeaGoss Sworn In as CIA ChiefFast Facts: Porter GossPowell, Ridge Back NIDSenate GOPers Call for Disbanding CIAFrom the Department of DefenseCIA, FBI Chiefs Categorize Terror Threat
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16, 2005 — The al Qaeda terrorist network is still a significant threat, the director of Central Intelligence said today. In prepared testimony before the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence today, Porter J. Goss gave his best estimates of the threats facing America. He testified along with FBI Director Robert Mueller.
StoryRumsfeld Discusses War Costs, BudgetWASHINGTON, Feb. 16, 2005 — During testimony before the House Armed Services Committee here today, Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld explained why the costs of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan are not included in the president's annual budget request.
StoryRumsfeld Outlines Progress, Future NeedsMilitary Stressed, But Able to Execute Strategy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16, 2005 — Despite stresses and strains on the force, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff told members of the House Armed Services Committee today that the American military remains able to execute America's national military strategy.
Story'Gitmo' Detainees Living in Varied ConditionsNAVAL BASE GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba, Feb. 16, 2005 — The detainee population at the U.S. naval base here is a diverse group. The roughly 545 detainees hail from some 40 countries and speak at least 17 different languages. But nearly as diverse as the individuals are the conditions in which they're held.
StoryON THE GROUNDSoldiers Provide Relief to Storm Victims
DOHA, Qatar, Feb. 16, 2005 — Recent snowstorms in Afghanistan dumped several feet of snow that blocked roads, stranded travelers and trapped families in their homes without adequate food. U.S. Army soldiers have responded to the crisis by helping displaced civilians and stranded motorists, and delivering food and supplies to villages.
Story Iraqi Police Commandos Lead the WayUNDISCLOSED LOCATION, Iraq, Feb. 16, 2005 — Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister Barham Salih has earmarked $40 million for renovation of the Police Commandos bases, barracks, and facilities.
Story FACE OF DEFENSE General Volunteers to Help After Tsunami DisasterARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 15, 2005 — The devastation from December’s tsunami was simply too bad to be true; too terrible to comprehend. That’s why Alaska Air National Guard Brig. Gen. James Robinson had to get involved.
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