Baghdad braces for war as Saddam holds firm
In Baghdad, Baath party members march in olive uniforms while Parliament meets in extra session to pledge loyalty to Saddam. Bush sets a 8 p.m. EST deadline for Saddam to leave as about 300,000 US and British troops mass near the border. Residents stay cautious and storefronts shutter as world braces for invasion.
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U.S. plans Iraqi oil fund for relief under UN control
The United States and Britain draft a plan to use Iraqi oil proceeds in a $40 billion UN controlled account to pay for humanitarian relief after the war. The money would come from the 1996 oil for food escrow and be channeled to buy food and medicine for civilians. Secretary General Annan would lead the approval to win Security Council backing.
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Marine tent life blends luxury with war duty in Iraq region
Marines at a desert base turn tents into homey spaces with beach chairs, DVDs, and MP3 players. Capt. Jennifer Knotts notes dogs and family keepsakes travel with troops while Capt. Michael Critchley and others praise portable entertainment. Candies, coffee, and cigars accompany late nights, though limited electricity remains a challenge.
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