Commander testifies on Iraqi handover violence and troop needs
Gen. John Abizaid warned Congress that violence could surge after the June 30 handover and that more forces may be required. He acknowledged underestimating insurgency strength, cited shortages of military police, and took responsibility for Abu Ghraib abuses. Lt. Gen. Sanchez said commanders face possible criminal charges, and a new disk of Abu Ghraib photos prompted scrutiny.
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Bush to detail transition in a series of speeches
President Bush will outline the Iraq transition in a set of weekly speeches from Afghanistan to Baghdad aimed at calming nerves as June 30 approaches. Officials say he will address sovereignty transfer, the new U.N. resolution, and U.S. commitments to Iraq as security conditions remain volatile.
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