Shiites open to coalition talks with Sunni Arabs
In Baghdad Shiite bloc signals readiness to discuss Sunni Arab participation in a coalition government as protests erupt across Iraq over the December 15 parliamentary elections. Demonstrations against alleged fraud drew tens of thousands in Baghdad, Mosul, and Tikrit while calls for international review surface.
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Iraqi court bars Sunni candidates from parliament
An Iraqi court ruled that prominent Sunni politicians elected last week cannot serve, citing ties to Saddam Hussein's Baath Party. The decision, likely to dampen U.S. hopes for broader Sunni inclusion, could heighten sectarian tensions as the final list of 275 lawmakers is prepared next month. The Independent Electoral Commission of Iraq had hesitated, citing lack of evidence, while de-Baathification officials pressed for removal.
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Rumsfeld cuts point to more troop reductions in Iraq
In Fallujah, Defense Secretary Rumsfeld outlined planned troop reductions in Iraq, signaling further cuts likely in coming months. Gen. Casey, after the announcement, urged possible reductions as early as spring if Iraqi government progress continues, with the total U.S. force dipping to about 130,000 by March from 138,000. Pelosi urged redeploying all combat forces from Iraq next year.
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