Leaders acknowledge problems in Iraq war vows to keep troops
President Bush and Prime Minister Blair admit setbacks in the Iraq war but pledge to maintain troop levels until the new Iraqi government is able to govern, defend, and sustain the country. They cite missteps and a security vacuum but remain focused on the long term plan.
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Commandant Urges Marines to Uphold Values in Iraq
Marine Commandant Gen. Michael Hagee flew to Iraq to remind Marines of honor courage and commitment amid a counterinsurgency. The visit followed investigations into deadly incidents near Haditha and Hamandiyah with senators seeking full facts and possible photos of the scenes.
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Abbas Threatens Referendum on Statehood with Israel
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said he would call a national referendum on accepting a Palestinian state alongside Israel within 10 days if Hamas does not support the plan. The move aims to break internal deadlock but risks escalating Hamas tensions and provoking renewed violence in Gaza between Fatah and Hamas.
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