Hamas vows 100 reprisals after Rantisi killing in Gaza
Hamas threatens “100 unique reprisals” against Israel following the killing of leader Abdel Aziz Rantisi as mourners flood Gaza City. Israel’s two year campaign continues with no large scale Hamas strikes yet, while Sharon gains Cabinet support for disengagement including a Gaza withdrawal.
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Hamas appoints Gaza chief after Rantisi killing amid tensions
Hamas top leadership secretly named a Gaza Strip chief after Abdel Aziz Rantisi was assassinated. The move comes with Hamas vowing reprisals, a state of emergency in the West Bank and Gaza, and regional protests signaling ongoing conflict and political strains with Israel and the United States.
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Spain to pull troops from Iraq amid new government
Spanish Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero ordered the 1300 troops in Iraq home as soon as possible, citing a pledge to exit by June 30 if the United Nations does not assume control. The move follows Spain's March election and amid public support for withdrawal.
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Pope appeals to kidnappers to free hostages
Pope John Paul II urged the kidnappers to show humanity and free the hostages in Iraq. He spoke during his weekly remarks, expressing sadness for families fearing for loved ones and noting fifteen foreigners missing amid abductions tied to ongoing violence.
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Iraq faces record 99 month death toll amid renewed fighting
The Iraqi death toll reached a record 99 as violence surged across the country. U.S. troops confirmed at least 99 killed in combat since April 1, with five Marines and five soldiers killed in a single day. Fallujah siege, Hu saybah clashes, and ongoing negotiations marked a tense period as Iraqi forces faced difficulty restoring security ahead of sovereignty.
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Iraq guards not ready for June 30 handover
U S administrator Bremer warns security forces may be incapable of protecting Iraq after the handover as insurgent threats grow. Weekend tolls include 99 U S deaths since April 1 and over 1 050 Iraqi deaths in April, while Spain orders troops home and Iraq names a mixed top command.
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