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Rumsfeld and Franks Aim to Maintain Gulf Presence
In Abu Dhabi US officials say bases in Persian Gulf allies remain essential including Camp As Sayliyah in Qatar. Gen Franks and Sec Rumsfeld meet UAE leaders and affirm forces will stay, with possible shifts from Saudi air bases to Qatar. They plan continued Iraq and Afghanistan missions and review postwar roles.
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US pressures Syria to curb support for Hezbollah ties
Washington plans to leverage its Iraq victory to press Syria to shut down terrorist camps, halt Tehran to Damascus cargo flights, and close Damascus offices of terrorist groups. Powell may deliver the request in May as part of a broader push for the road map and regional anti terrorist action.
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