Attacks on Civilians Signal Iraq Reconstruction Battle
In Iraq gunmen killed two Europeans and four American missionaries working on a water project south of Baghdad, part of a surge against aid workers amid the U.S.-led coalition efforts to rebuild. The spike follows other fatal attacks on Iraqi police and translators, signaling a shift to targeting civilians assisting coalition operations.
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Pakistani Troops Kill 24 Suspects in Qaeda Hunt
Pakistani forces stormed a fortress like compound near Wana South Waziristan firing mortars and machine guns killing 24 suspects in a crackdown on al Qaida and Taliban fugitives. Eight soldiers died and 15 were wounded in the morning raid as Brigadier Mahmood Shah warned of further operations to purge foreign terrorists.
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Kerry vows veteran's veteran role in WV visit
In Huntington West Virginia John Kerry pledged to be a veteran's veteran as the Bush campaign attacked his Iraq war funding votes. He cited credibility gaps and blasted Bush on economy health care and veterans issues while eight veterans and supporters pressed for stronger VA funding. The campaign highlighted Kerry's military record with Swift Boat veterans and noted Bush claims on funding and armor drew counterpunches from Kerry.
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Moroccans Suspected in Madrid Tram Bombings
Spain probes six Moroccans in Madrid tram bombings as FBI aids the investigation. Jamal Zougam is identified as a suspect linked to Imad Yarkas, with authorities tracing ties to al Qaida while a Mass honors victims at Madrid's cathedral.
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Fed holds rates near 45 year low amid job concerns
Fed policy makers kept rates at a 45 year low signaling patience on future hikes as two weak monthly job reports cloud the recovery. Analysts say a 2004 rate rise is unlikely, keeping prime lending at 4 percent and easing borrowing costs for households and businesses.
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