U S weighs military options for Iraq blockade
U S weighs a naval blockade to sever Iraq oil lifeline as a potential path to remove Saddam Hussein, with experts noting it would require hundreds of ships and months to enforce. discussions include allied participation and possible UN sanctioned action, while risks of broader conflict loom.
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U S Troop Movements Link Liberia and Middle East Deployments
A Marine force sails Tuesday to Liberia to relieve Marines off the coast as ships and jet fighters deploy from East Coast bases to the Middle East. Pentagon sources confirm units from Fort Bragg Fort Stewart and Fort Campbell prepare for possible Saudi deployment amid gate security and alert status.
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Oil prices spike after Saddam invasion of Kuwait
Oil executives say prices rose from 16 to 27 dollars a barrel in July after the invasion. AAA reports self service unleaded gas averaging 1.5 cents higher overnight and 12.6 cents above last year at about 1.20 a gallon across 1,400 stations. Hearings occurred unusually during a congressional recess.
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Odessans to escape Kuwait in final Western group
An Odessa resident, Petrey, planned to leave Kuwait Friday as part of the last Western group allowed to exit. He was staying in Dahahran Saudi Arabia and checked out early Tuesday with no forwarding contact. A Dahahran hotel source said he stayed behind to help others escape but offered no details. He declined to disclose information that might endanger remaining Americans.
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Coty Derate Seedes Only a odes ord Gorntey
A compact notice fragment shows unclear names and places. The readable parts reference Coty and Gorntey with derate or seeds words, but specifics are not clear. The item appears to be an uncertain classifieds fragment or notice involving these entities with limited context.
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Mustin Discusses Multinational Move Toward Embargo Enforcement
Vice Admiral Henry C. Mustin says a sustained embargo enforcement campaign against Iraq would require months and rely on a bloc kade. He notes President Bush has positioned 50 Western and Soviet ships in the Middle East with carriers and escorts, signaling consequences if Saudi fields are attacked.
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West African Nations' Strength Questioned in Gulf Blockade Vote
Naval analyst William S. Lind argues 50 ships are far more than needed to blockade the Persian Gulf. A small sea ring near Hormuz could monitor traffic, but broader action would require forces off Saudi Arabia and Turkey. Turkish refusal to ship Iraqi oil and Saudi policy could shape outcomes amid debt and supply concerns.
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Saudi force plan and Middle East crisis prompt oil market jitters
Airborne divisions would shield Saudi bases to allow reinforcements. Bush considered sending U S jets and tankers from overseas bases. Navy carriers head to the Mediterranean as Eisenhower sails toward the Persian Gulf. Cheney met Egyptian and Moroccan leaders while Saddam insisted on Kuwait. Oil futures rose to 28 31 a barrel amid sanctions and embargo talk. US officials discussed safe exit routes for Americans in Baghdad amid price gouging concerns at home.
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Liberia crisis deepens as regional forces urged to invade
In Gambia the Economic Community of West African States urged a peacekeeping force for Liberia to defend international peace, while key figures like Charles Taylor and Doe clash over intervention. Marines in Monrovia defend the U.S. embassy as Johnson threatens more executions. hostages numbered 14 to 16, with Britons and others among the captives.
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