Military frees 26 detainees from Guantanamo Bay Prison
The U S military said it released 23 Afghans and three Pakistanis from Guantanamo Bay, leaving about 610 detainees. Officials noted each case is reviewed individually to assess intelligence value and threat level, while acknowledging some released prisoners may rejoin fighting.
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Iraqi public mixed on invasion and hopes for future
A nationwide ABC News poll finds Iraqis split over whether the U.S. and British invasion liberated or humiliated the country while most say their lives are going well and expect improvement. Major concerns include jobs, electricity, and security, with about two thirds naming public security as the top national priority.
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Aristide's return triggers Haiti Jamaica diplomatic clash
Ousted Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide arrived in Jamaica from exile prompting Haiti's interim leader to withdraw Haiti's ambassador and suspend ties with Jamaica and the Caribbean Community. U.S. Marines faced attacks as peacekeeping efforts continued amid protests and political tension.
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Spain links Madrid and Morocco bombings widen probe
Evidence grows that Islamic extremists tied to al Qaida targeted Madrid trains killing 200 and injuring 1600. A suspect traveled to Morocco before the Casablanca attacks last May that left 45 dead, with possible ties to al Zarqawi. Spanish and U.S. officials consider a potential al Qaida link and possible cooperation with ETA.
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European observers fault Russia election standards in Putin win
OSCE and PACE observers say vote count flaws and biased state media harmed democratic competition. Putin won with 71.2 percent as 99.2 percent of precincts reported. turnout 64.3 percent. Observers noted media bias, restricted opposition access, and missteps in counting in several regions.
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