Iraqi officers recall war as U.S. forces overrun Nasiriyah and Baghdad
In Baghdad and Nasiriyah, Col. Abdul-Zahra and Col. Khalaf recount 2003 battles, the collapse of the Iraqi army, and their escape from ruined bases. They describe brutal sieges, civilian tolls, and Saddam Hussein’s grip, ending with acceptance of defeat and U.S. occupation.
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Race to Mars intensifies as international probes launch
After decades of failed attempts the 2003 lunar–era push returns with Europe Beagle 2, ESA Mars Express, Japan Nozomi and NASA rovers to explore Mars. Missions aim to map, detect water, search for life signs, and land on the planet as multiple orbiters and landers advance.
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