White House probes Ahmadinejad role in 1979 embassy seizure
The White House reviews files after former hostages identify Iran’s Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as a possible captor during the 444 day Iran hostage crisis. President Bush says the allegation raises questions, though officials note he may have been only an observer.
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Carter tied to reelection upset over hostage issue
William Gallegos of suburban Denver wrote that Ahmadinejad was among leaders at the takeover and present during interrogations. National security adviser Hadley said the U.S. followed his career and examined past files as part of the review.
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Italy says it was not informed of CIA kidnapping plan
Italy denied prior knowledge of a CIA kidnapping in Milan of Abu Omar on February 17, 2003. Prosecutors seek extradition for 13 CIA officials and Interpol aid is sought to locate suspects as Rome questions U.S. involvement and Italian government accountability.
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U S troops die as Chinook shot down in Afghanistan
Rescue teams recovered the bodies of 16 U S service members from the MH 47 Chinook crash in eastern Afghanistan near Asadabad. Eight Navy SEALs and eight Army air crew died in the Tuesday incident cited as a rocket propelled grenade strike. The operation halted by weather, with officials saying no one is listed as missing.
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