South Korean villagers weigh future of US troop pullback near DMZ
In Uijongbu near Seoul a South Korean tailor and other residents react to plans for the 2nd Infantry Division to move south from the DMZ after weeks of exercises. Some fear exposure while others see the move as time to stand on their own amid tensions with North Korea.
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Four German peacekeepers killed in Kabul suicide attack
In Kabul a taxi bomb struck a bus carrying ISAF peacekeepers killing four soldiers and wounding 29 as Germany condemns the attack. ISAF and Afghan authorities investigate claims of al Qaida, Taliban allies, and Gulbuddin Hekmatyar tied to the bombing. Chancellor Schroeder denounces the attack.
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Debated Iraqi Weapons Claims Draw Scrutiny in US and UK
Congress and Britain's government review prewar intelligence on Iraq amid claims the administration distorted or overstated chemical, biological, and nuclear programs. Greg Thielmann, a former State Department official, questions top level statements while DIA chief says no hard evidence but believes a program existed.
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No more excuses to stall on peace plan
Israelis and Palestinians must begin the U S promoted road map steps toward peace with a 2005 target. Israel moves to remove settler mobile homes on West Bank hilltops but Sharon remains vague on numbers while Abbas struggles to rein in Hamas which broke cease-fire talks.
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Marines? No. Four 2/2 squad? Gulf War clash remembered
The piece profiles four soldiers from U S Army 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment 2nd Squadron who fought a fierce February 26 1991 desert battle against dug in Iraqi armored divisions during the first Persian Gulf War Then years later they diverged in adjustment highlighting what future veterans may face after combat
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Russell Holloway
Investigators Prepare NASA Columbia Report
The Columbia Accident Investigation Board finishes interviews and review and moves to Washington to draft a sweeping report. Chairman Harold Gehman says the document will set a baseline for public policy debates about the shuttle program.
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