Protests and violence span globe with hostages freed
Farmers backed by anarchists release hostages after freeing jailed comrades in a five day standoff opposing a new Mexico City airport project. Across regions, Teamsters reach a nine week contract deal with United Parcel Service. A bobcat attack in Florida ends with a possible rabies case and fatalities. Wildfires burn in Nevada and Oregon as crews expand firefighting efforts with evacuations. Karzai orders disbanding private armies in Afghanistan amid warlord tensions. Nepal landslide kills at least fifty in Khotang district. Bush invites Czech leader Havel to Washington for talks on security and terrorism. Paraguayan protests escalate with police firing tear gas and bullets. one dead, seventeen injured. Washington residents suffer dart-like projectiles. several require surgery. Turkey’s Ecevit signals stepping down as parliament reconvenes early to possible elections.
U S boosts stocks of precision weapons amid Iraq concerns
The United States is increasing production and stockpiles of precision guided munitions including laser and satellite guided bombs and boosting output at an ammunition plant. Officials acknowledge some weapons may be held for a potential Iraq operation though no immediate war plans exist. Analysts cite Saddam Hussein as a driver of the buildup.
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Stockpiling guided weapons eyed for Central Command
Central Command’s operations chief notes the need to increase stockpiles of laser guided bombs and JDAMs plus Tomahawk missiles. JDAMs are satellite guided, known for precision and unit cost under 25 000 dollars, making them central to potential attacks on Iraq.
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White House Releases National Security Strategy
The strategy outlines creating the Homeland Security Department, calls for uniform driver license rules, expanded extradition pacts, greater National Guard use, and quicker transfer of Congress funds to fight terrorism. It emphasizes preventing attacks and reducing vulnerability with enhanced FBI analysis and computer security.
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