Turkey wavers on U.S. base use for Iraq strike
Ankara initially signaled support for U.S. access to Turkish bases for an Iraq operation but the Foreign Ministry clarified that Yakis spoke of possibilities, not commitments. Turkish public opinion opposes war though leaders feel pressure to aid the United States, with discussions tied to UN approval and 1441.
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Thanksgiving security throws up homefront aviation limits
After September 11 security delays stayed low as 38 airports reported confiscations during Thanksgiving. TSA data show 15,982 pocketknives and 98 boxcutters seized, six firearms, and a brick among items stopped. six people arrested for attempting to carry guns.
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Inspectors search Saddam's palace in Baghdad visit
International arms inspectors arrived at the Al-Sajoud palace in Baghdad, probing the presidential complex as part of a UN led effort to verify Saddam Hussein's regime. The visit tests UN authority amid U.S. questions on inspectors' effectiveness.
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Washington
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Austria
Security Council
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