U S and Iraqi Troops Clash With Shiite Militia Leader
In Karbala a joint U S Iraqi operation arrested a rogue Shiite militia commander. Gunfire erupted leading to an airstrike that killed about 17 militants. Four more suspected militants linked to Iran smuggling networks were captured as U S efforts to crack down on Shiite militias continue.
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U.S. forces clash with militants in raid on Iraq
Army militia and two suspects conducted a raid that went smoothly until they faced fire while leaving with prisoners. Militants attacked from three locations, killing about five militants. U.S. aircraft retaliated, striking and killing roughly a dozen more militants. Iraqi officials report nine killed including four militiamen and five civilians, with 23 wounded. Razzaq al Ard hi and his brother were detained, per local authorities.
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Administration dims power reports in Baghdad
The Bush administration stopped sending Iraq electricity duration data to Congress, citing a shift to nationwide generation figures. Ambassador Crocker testified Baghdad gets about one to two hours of power daily, down from earlier five to six hours, amid rising heat and frustration. Critics say the change hides deteriorating conditions while Bush touts progress.
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