Bush seeks 75 billion for war and postwar needs
The Bush administration forecasts a short war in Iraq with a 75 billion dollar price tag and seeks 363 billion for war, 8 billion for reconstruction, and 4 billion for homeland security. Critics warn the money is only a down payment as US costs rise and defense officials note potential further needs beyond six months.
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Iraqis in U S Call Relatives to Criticize Saddam
Iraqi Americans contact relatives in Baghdad Basra Kirkuk and Irbil and hear open criticism of Saddam Hussein. They report phones tapped fear of intelligence services yet a growing sense that the regime may fall and that conversation can feel dangerous but hopeful.
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Marines feel wary after Iraqi ambushes near An Nasiriyah
U S Marines on patrol toward Baghdad confront ambush risks in Iraq as crowds once welcoming them grow wary. Reports describe two near-surrender ambushes near An Nasiriyah, casualties and ongoing tension with civilians. Troops tighten vigilance while civilians, including starving children, seek water and food along desolate highways.
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Bush Says Russian Firms Aid Iraq Troops
President Bush spoke with Vladimir Putin after the United States charged Russian firms sold antitank missiles jamming devices and night vision gear to Iraq. The White House said the move risked American troops as Bush pressed for explanations amid a broader strain in Washington Moscow ties.
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FBI questions 5000 Iraqis in U S and detains 80
The FBI has interviewed more than 5,000 Iraqis living in the United States and detained around 80 since the war began with Iraq. Officials say interviews are voluntary and aim to learn about the Iraqi government and military, identify spies or terrorists, and reassure U S Muslims that hate crimes will be prosecuted vigorously.
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Blair Bush to meet at Camp David this week
British Prime Minister Tony Blair visits Washington to meet President Bush at Camp David to discuss strategy in the Iraq war. The leaders plan talks Thursday after Blair arrives Wednesday, amid continuing political risk for Blair and steady public support for the war in the United States.
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Activists Arrested Across U S In Antiwar Protests
Across the United States antiwar demonstrators faced arrests at federal buildings and campuses including San Francisco where dozens were detained. Reports describe clashes with counter demonstrators and police as protests continued near government sites and a prominent landmark.
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