International leaders urge urgent action on U S troops in Iraq war
Turkey's top leaders urged government action to allow 62,000 American soldiers into Parliament for possible invasion planning in northern Iraq, while Powell said the U S still seeks Turkish support. Australia commits 2000 troops to a U S led Iraq strike, aligning with Bush's call for coalition. Israel urges citizens to prepare for a potential Iraqi attack, as Day X rhetoric spreads among anti war activists planning protests nationwide led by Harvard students and others.
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Israel
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Shaul Mofaz
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America
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Westerners flee Kuwait as Iraqi war nears border
Americans, Britons and other Westerners rush to depart Kuwait amid warnings of chemical and terrorist attacks as United Nations border operations retreat. Many foreign workers remain. evacuations expand with British and U.S. advisories. Airlines consider extra flights while airspace may close.
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Panic grips Baghdad as invasion fears rise
Baghdad residents rushed to stock up on water and food amid looming U.S. and British invasion threats. Merchants emptied stores and looters emptied electronics as thousands fled the city or prepared for possible attacks. Residents cited prior threats and rulers, while the Azores summit’s forceful stance amplified alarm and urgency.
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British Cabinet Member Resigns Over Iraq Policy
Robin Cook quits as Labour leader in the Commons amid Blair's Iraq strategy. He cites lack of broad international support and risk of setting a precedent for unilateral action. Clare Short’s possible resignation looms as the party debates legality and timing ahead of a key parliamentary vote.
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Powell defends travels while seeking U N support for Iraq
Secretary of State Colin Powell rejects criticism that limited travel hinders coalition building. He defends diplomacy and notes the November unanimous U N Security Council vote backing a resolution against Saddam Hussein, while acknowledging setbacks on a second resolution.
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White House to ask Congress for up to 90 billion for war costs
The White House plans a request of up to 90 billion dollars to fund war costs in Iraq and related anti terrorism efforts with Israel aid also included. Officials say the bill could reach Congress as early as Friday and mainly finance Defense Department operations, with uncertain postwar costs.
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