Leaders to convene parliament in Iraq stall
Under U S pressure Iraqi leaders moved to convene parliament to form a unity government. Shiite officials doubted the session would occur as planned with an alliance meeting to decide attendance. The Bush administration seeks a broad-based cabinet to curb insurgency and sectarian violence as 17 people were killed and 10 bodies found in Baghdad and Kut.
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Iraqi Parliament Delays Session Over Jaafari Nomination
The Iraqi parliament delayed its session to give Shiite leaders time to resolve a deadlock over Prime Minister Ibrahim al Jaafari’s second term. Sunni and Kurdish parties oppose him over sectarian violence, while Jaafari maintains Shiite alliance support amid Western pressure for a unity government.
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Saddam Signs Key Documents Reported in Trial
Handwriting experts confirm Saddam Hussein signatures on two documents linked to the Dujail crackdown death sentences for 148 Shiites and land confiscations. Barzan Ibrahim challenges the report as biased while defense requests an international panel. Iraqi experts proceed with remaining documents as trial continues.
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Hu Jintao urges closer U S ties during Everett Boeing visit
Chinese President Hu Jintao pressed for fewer trade barriers and stronger U S China ties in Everett Washington. He cited Boeing cooperation as a model of mutual benefit and projected China’s demand for 2000 new aircraft in 15 years while noting a recent 80 jet order valued at about 5.2 billion dollars.
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