Britain offers to lead Afghan peacekeeping force
Secretary of State Colin Powell said Britain volunteered to take the lead in the Afghan peacekeeping mission, with Prime Minister Tony Blair confirming the offer though noting many details remain. Bush aides cited questions about duration and leadership, while Turkey was mentioned as a possible eventual operator. Powell spoke in Paris before returning from Europe and Central Asia.
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White House aims to boost defense spending through bill talks
Bush administration and Republicans press to raise defense funding as House Senate negotiators craft a $20 billion anti terrorism package. Senate GOP wins extra Pentagon money while Democrats shift funds to domestic security and disaster aid, with debates likely to extend through Christmas week.
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