War seems inevitable as Arab fears of U S Iraq clash grow
Arab officials warn a conflict between the United States and Iraq looms as tens of thousands of U S troops gather in Saudi Arabia and economic sanctions press Iraq. They say a swift coup or decisive air strike is unlikely and a prolonged stand-off could favor Baghdad amid international hostage crises and regional tensions.
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Hostage Crisis Deepens as Bush Faces Iraq Standstill
President Bush acknowledged about 3,000 American hostages in Iraq and Kuwait, raising fears among families and observers of a crisis surpassing prior ones. Legal and diplomatic questions loom over international law, Geneva Convention limits, and potential UN sanctions while Red Cross seeks access.
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Global Tensions Escalate As Iraq Hostage Crisis Grows
Across the Middle East, nations prepare naval deployments and air power as Iraq uses Western hostages to deter a U S led assault. U S officials report dozens of foreigners moved from Kuwait hotels to undisclosed locations amid pressure on Iraq.
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Cheney in Saudi talks on Desert Shield alliance
Defense Secretary Dick Cheney and King Fahd held a positive hour long meeting in Jidda to discuss Desert Shield while Cheney tours the Gulf states. Williams said further talks with Prince Sultan were planned and a broader U S Saudi military package including possible F 15 sales was under discussion.
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Iraq Moves 800 Missiles Into Kuwait Report
Jane's Soviet Intelligence Review editor Henry Dodds cited a Saudi source noting up to 36 launchers and 800 al Husayn missiles in Kuwait. The weapon, based on the Scud B, has about 400 mile range, expanding potential targets and threatening forces at Dhahran. Dodds said Iraq may keep more missiles in Iraq and not move all assets.
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Saddam keeps low public profile amid Kuwait crisis
In Nicosia reports note Saddam Hussein remains chiefly out of sight as Iraq faces heightened U S. tension. Diplomats say he still controls Baghdad, with Aug 14 TV image with King Hussein cited as his last public appearance. Iraqi broadcasts claim meetings with Indira Gandhi era ministers and sending Hammadi to Moscow.
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Army sets up mail system for GIs in Saudi Arabia
The Army announces a new mail address system to speed letters to soldiers in Saudi Arabia. Units in Operation Desert Shield will use APO New York codes such as 09309 for the 101st and 09656 for the 82nd, with redirects for home stations.
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