Iraq says Syria hands over Saddam half brother Sabawi al Hassan
Iraqi officials reported Syria captured and handed over Sabawi Ibrahim al Hassan, Saddam Hussein's half brother, along with 29 Baath fugitives in Hasakah near the Iraqi border. The move follows Syrian denials and aims to strike a blow against the insurgency as U.S. deaths rise.
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Middle East turmoil tests fragile truce after Tel Aviv bombing
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon warned of halting peace efforts unless Palestinian leaders crack down on militants after a Tel Aviv bombing that killed four and wounded dozens. Israel suspended a plan to transfer five West Bank towns and freed 400 prisoners as tensions flare.
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Pope John Paul II Appears, Waving From Hospital Window
Pope John Paul II, 84, made a brief public appearance at Gemelli Hospital, signaling progress after a throat surgery and tracheotomy. A Vatican official read his prayer appeal from St. Peter's Basilica steps as the pope remained seated and silent.
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