Attacks on Baghdad Green Zone kill Americans and others
A barrage of mortars and rockets struck Baghdad's Green Zone killing at least three people including an American and an Iraqi and injuring 18. The attack hit the nerve center housing embassies and parliament amid rising security fears and broader strife in Iraq.
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Senate shows waning support as Bush veto nears on Iraq pullout plan
In Washington the Senate opened a new debate as Bush threatened to veto any law setting a troop withdrawal date. Democrats blame the escalation for continued violence and rising costs, while some Republicans and party leaders hint at changes in stance ahead of votes next week. Senator Bond criticizes the prewar strategy, and Senator Dole urges bringing troops home next year amid bipartisan pressure for a time-bound plan.
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White House report flags limited progress in Iraq
A 23 page Bush administration assessment, to be presented on Capitol Hill, says Iraq has not met about half the Congress listed benchmarks. It notes some progress in areas like sectarian killings in Baghdad and Anbar tribal opposition to al Qaida, but warns most reforms remain incomplete and urges patience through September.
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Iowa Campaign Delegates Focus on Iraq War
In Des Moines and Iowa City Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton urged rapid U.S. withdrawal from Iraq while Democrats in the Senate push amendments on defense funding, veterans’ mental health, and contractor oversight. Edwards called on Congress to force an immediate troop drawdown and full withdrawal within about a year.
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