Mortar attack on Samarra kills soldiers and guardsman
In Samarra, Iraqi insurgents struck a US military headquarters with a vehicle rigged with a hazardous device, killing five US soldiers and one Iraqi guardsman. The assault wounded civilians and soldiers as tanks and helicopters patrolled the city, with clashes lasting into the afternoon.
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Insurgency Bigger Than Previously Believed In Iraq
US officials say the Iraqi insurgency is far larger than the 5,000 fighters once thought. Dozens of regional cells, led by sheiks, may boost forces to as high as 20,000 supported by highly organized bombmakers. Some see growth contradicting the idea of foreign jihadist fuel. A Baghdad official notes the trend.
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Al Qaida targets U S elections amid security review
U S officials say intelligence from militant sites indicates al Qaida plans to attack the United States to disrupt the upcoming elections. Homeland Security Secretary Ridge cites credible reports and recent terror incidents, while noting no specifics on timing or location.
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Missing Marine Safe at U S Embassy in Beirut
A Marine reported missing from a base near Fallujah 18 days earlier contacted U S authorities from Beirut and was confirmed safe in Lebanon. The Navy investigates whether the abduction claim was a hoax amid earlier conflicting reports of beheading or survival.
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House Resists Curb on Patriot Act Amid Bush Veto Threat
The House, voting 210 to 210 with a needed majority, refused to curb the Patriot Act's powers. GOP leaders kept the roll call open for 23 minutes to persuade about 10 Republicans who initially supported the measure to switch their votes, defying White House opposition.
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Finley Reflects on Law, Iraq, and Courtroom Fairness
Jim Finley argues for strict law, cites Iraq and Kuwait wove in by Saddam era, praises the need for an attorney in death cases. He claims Saddam provided defense for victims, then offers to join a jury, promising impartiality.
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