Senate approves loan to Iraq amid White House setback
The Senate voted 51-47 to convert half of an $20.3 billion Iraqi rebuilding plan into a $10 billion loan. The move, backed by Republicans and Democrats, aims to ease debt concerns if other nations forgive most of Iraqs debt. House action and future negotiations loom as lawmakers race to finish before next week.
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Harkin may oppose 87 billion Iraq aid bill
Senator Tom Harkin says he may vote against the 87 billion dollar Iraq aid bill after the Senate rejected a Byrd amendment to limit spending without UN backed international forces. Grassley backs loan approach for part of the funds and supported the Bush administration. The package funds over 100000 troops in Iraq with a final Senate vote anticipated.
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Morale concerns emerge among Iraq troops in survey
The Pentagon leadership cautions about morale after a Stars and Stripes survey of about 2000 troops in Iraq shows half doubt re enlistment and one third report low morale. The results, though not scientific, challenge earlier assurances of high morale amid long deployments and the occupation mission.
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Pentagon plans larger Reserve call ups for Iraq
The Pentagon drafts plans to mobilize more National Guard and Reserve forces for Iraq. International troops may fill gaps while units are notified and trained. Generals say reserves will replace active units returning home, with lawmakers urging rotation to ease burden and retention concerns.
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