Iraqi American worries for family as Bush deadlines loom
Shakir, a Southern Illinois University Carbondale graduate now living in the United States for 23 years, discusses his brother and mother in Baghdad, fears for their safety, and notes support for U.S. action against Saddam Hussein while criticizing the timing and dangers of war. He recalls family histories under Saddam, media control, and a desire for democratic change despite personal risk.
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Iraq
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Ground assault begins as U S and British push into Iraq
Allied forces push from Kuwait toward Umm Qasr and Basra in a two pronged advance to seize a southern oil region and open the Gulf. Australian troops monitor targets as Rumsfeld says the fight is progressing, dust and smoke fill the desert as missiles and artillery devastate Iraqi positions.
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Helicopter crash in Kuwait kills 16 Marines and British crew
A CH-46 Sea Knight carrying 12 British and four U.S. Marines crashed in Kuwait near the Iraqi border at 7:37 p.m. EST. All 16 aboard were killed. Cause under investigation. no hostile fire reported. The crash follows prior Sea Knight grounding after rotor crack findings.
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War coverage fills store TVs as viewers switch to games
Shoppers in Illinois report televisions at Best Buy and Rex Audio and Video tuned to war coverage while local customers at Rex and others discuss Saddam Hussein and Iraqi civilians. Some viewers express distress and hope for a quick end as networks air conflict updates. Local staff monitor feeds and keep shelves stocked.
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Judy McCellan
Marion
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Missouri
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Judy McClellan
McClellan
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