Pentagon cites Iraq war cost at about 20 billion dollars
Officials say the Iraq war has cost at least 20 billion with up to 20 billion more likely for ongoing operations this year. Dov Zakheim breaks down costs including 10 to 12 billion for operations 6 billion for personnel and 3 billion for munitions. Movement of 250000 troops also counted.
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Bush urges end to Iraq sanctions after liberation
President Bush calls for lifting United Nations sanctions on Iraq following the 1990 invasion and subsequent Allied liberation. He notes revised Iraqi politics and claims major cities are liberated while White House aides say a UN resolution to lift sanctions will be requested.
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Terror alert level lowered to yellow in US
The Bush administration reduced the terror alert from orange to yellow as fighting subsides in Iraq. Officials warned the threat remains and security measures will ease, though vigilance is urged against al Qaida and affiliated groups. The shift follows the alert raised before the war and ongoing investigations.
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