Bush Speech Announces U S Led War On Iraq
President Bush announces the start of U S led military action in Iraq to disarm Saddam Hussein and defend the world from grave danger More than 35 countries back the effort with bases intelligence and logistics support He pledges to spare civilians and to achieve victory with decisive force while restoring Iraq to its people
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Schools maintain routine as war unfolds in Iraq
Area schools strive to keep normal schedules while addressing student questions about the Iraq conflict. Buffalo Jones Elementary Principal Rafaela Solis notes teachers explain geography and provide supportive resources to younger children. Kepley Middle School counselors anticipate increased needs among older students, while South Gray High reviews emergency plans and keeps instruction focused on current events.
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US troops sweep Kandahar region in major al-Qaida hunt
About 1,000 U.S. troops and Afghan forces conducted a large operation in Kandahar province's Maruf district and nearby villages, aiming at al Qaida and Taliban links. The raid, using Blackhawk, Apache, and Chinook helicopters, could last two to three days with several militants killed and around 30 captured.
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Security tightens as Iraq conflict begins in wake
As war starts, states boost protection in capitals and at landmarks. Missouri official stresses first 96 hours demand tight focus while Ohio Indiana and Kansas enact ID checks and sign in rules. Washington and New York deploy cameras bomb dogs and detectors amid fears of self-acting bombers and station takeovers. Mayor Bloomberg calls it a two front war on streets and overseas.
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Oil fires near Basra threaten Iraqi oil centers
Orange flames appeared on the horizon toward Iraq's Basra oil region as U S Defense Secretary Rumsfeld said three or four wells may have burned. Witnesses in Kuwait reported fires near the border and Al Arabiya cited fires in the Rumeila field. Oil prices rose as markets eyed potential disruption and OPEC pledged to boost output. Rumsfeld condemned the alleged destruction.
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War ignites as US launches Iraq invasion after Saddam refuses
US officials say a massive assault could begin today with 300000 American troops poised to strike on Bush orders. Iraq fires at border forces as missiles fail to hit. Turkish parliament approves using its airspace for operations. Saddam appears on TV amid strikes, while US and British troops push into northern Iraq and Afghanistan raids unfold.
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