Philippines rejects Afghanistan comparison in anti terror push
Manila says U S troops will aid in battling Abu Sayyaf and will not lead a large scale invasion like Afghanistan. Officials deny plans for a U S led occupation, stressing soldiers observe combat and that no Filipinos will be under U S command. The move follows concerns after Saudi reports linked to Osama bin Laden networks and a stalled hostage case in Basilan.
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Bin Laden death remains unproven says U S officials
Army General Tommy Franks told reporters in Tampa that no evidence confirms bin Laden is dead or alive and that locating him remains unclear. Defense and White House aides noted inconsistent intelligence with canisters of chemicals found in Afghanistan sent for analysis. In Pakistan eight suspects, including Pakistanis and foreigners, were arrested after a jeep collision and a high speed chase.
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