Allies bomb radar and missile sites in Iraq raid
Allied planes hit radar and surface-to-air missile sites in the southern no-fly zone near Al Basrah and Tallil. The strikes mark the third this week aiming at Iraq air defenses as coalition patrols continue to back the no-fly zones set after the 1991 Gulf War.
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Kuwait shootings raise risks for U S troops abroad
In Kuwait, attacks on American forces highlight dangers of building up U S military power in the Persian Gulf. Experts warn the risk heightens as more troops arrive before any potential war with Iraq, with terrorism possible during the buildup.
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FBI warns of possible Al Qaeda attack risks
The FBI alerted state and local authorities to taped messages from al Qaida leaders that may signal another U S attack. No specific target or timing was identified, but the nationwide alert level remains code yellow signaling significant risk.
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Bush Hosts White House Hispanic Heritage Month Reception
President Bush celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month at a White House East Room event with Latin music and Nomar Garciaparra present. He praised diversity and Hispanic American contributions while Democrats derided the gathering as symbolic politics.
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House votes toward war authority on Iraq
The House moves toward a strong vote to empower Bush to wage war if needed. Senate likely to follow as Clinton faces pressure from Byrd who warns against surrendering wartime powers. Diplomacy stalls with France Russia and China resisting a US led resolution while Powell notes renewed world backing for action. Members voiced gravity of war while reflecting on families affected.
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Bomb blasts thwarted at Tel Aviv bus stop by bystander action
An Israeli bus driver and a paramedic pinned an attempted bomber to the ground near Bnei Brak before the device exploded. The attacker and an elderly woman died, four others injured. Hamas vowed retaliation over a Gaza raid. A separate clash in Gaza left two Palestinian boys dead, bringing weekly Palestinian deaths to twenty.
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Marines injured in apparent accidental Kuwait explosion
Three U S Marines were injured in what officials called an apparent accident during a training exercise on the Adak range in Kuwait. Pentagon and naval officials described puncture wounds to arms and legs and said none of the injuries were life threatening.
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