Baghdad mayor calls for removing security barriers
Alaa al-Tamimi, elected in May, urges tearing down concrete walls and gates across Baghdad including the Green Zone to restore access and normal life. He has already removed barriers outside his office and cites improved security yet warns of ongoing dangers. A roadside bomb on Abu Nawas killed two civilians as the city debates easing measures.
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Six American troops die in Iraq incidents
Insurgents killed seven Iraqi security personnel in a car bombing and other attacks Tuesday. The US military announced six American deaths, including four killed by guerrillas, with two soldiers and two Marines among the dead. Several non combat-related fatalities reported. A northern oil pipeline was bombed, causing a fire and smoke. Prime Minister Allawi blamed violence on evil powers as Iraq’s security improves. Gunmen attacked an office linked to Grand Ayatollah Sistani in Yusifiya. six attackers died and three were captured in the ensuing firefight.
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Denmark ousts two top commanders over abuse probe
Defense Minister Soeren Gade dismissed Col. Henrik Flach and Lt. Col. Poul Erik Andersen amid an expanding inquiry into allegations that a Danish officer denied water to Iraqi detainees and kept them in uncomfortable positions. The probe, which began with a single officer recalled July 30, will examine more suspects and actions under international conventions.
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