Bush calls Saddam Hussein deserving ultimate penalty
President Bush urged the death penalty for Saddam Hussein saying he was a torturer and murderer responsible for mass killing. He noted the decision rests with Iraqis and that Europe and the United Nations oppose capital punishment.
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Iraq debt relief talks gain German French backing
U S envoy James A Baker III won German and French agreement to pursue Iraqi debt relief. Berlin stated Germany and the United States support debt restructuring and forgiveness, with Paris Club levels to be decided. White House comments were noncommittal on lifting bid restrictions for reconstruction contracts.
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Humvees Deemed Not Fit for Combat on Front Lines
Soldiers in Iraq warn that unarmored Humvees lack protection against roadside bombs and rifle fire. Lt. Col. Vincent Montero notes soft-top vehicles leave troops exposed as the Army delays fielding heavily armored versions until summer 2005. Critics say optimistic planning worsened risk.
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Israel shelved Saddam assassination plot after deadly training
The 1992 plan aimed to kill Saddam Hussein at his uncle's funeral. Five elite Israeli commandos died during a rehearsal when a live missile was mistakingly fired. The operation, code named Bramble Bush, followed Iraqi Scud attacks in 1991 and U.S. pressure to avoid retaliation. Rabin approved ongoing intelligence gathering and drills before the plan was halted.
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