Pentagon debate on October options and Iraq war plans
Washington officials discuss Oct 15 timelines as U S forces near Saudi Arabia ready to deploy heavier weapons for potential actions against Iraq Kuwait. Analysts caution on sanctions, emphasize air power, technology, and a possible invasion scenario with strategic campaigns and night fighting advantages.
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Soviets may join Gulf crisis and aid pledges expand
The report outlines possible Soviet troop participation under a UN command and a broad international relief and defense buildup. It notes Britain pledging 38 million more for refugees, bringing its total to 10 million, and US force costs near 1 billion monthly. It mentions Jordanian refugees, Saudi assurances to cover US fuel and transport costs, and aid pledges from Japan and Sweden.
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U.S. troops set up desert hospitals in Saudi Arabia
In the Saudi desert US forces build more than a dozen field hospitals ready to treat any combat injuries with neurosurgery, heart surgery, and orthopedic care. Doctors report many initial cases are training accidents and heat related ailments while evacuated patients number 14.
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U S protests shooting of American in Kuwait
The State Department protested Iraqi soldiers firing on an American man who fled his apartment during a roundup in Kuwait. The man was wounded in the forearm and held in Iraqi custody after hospital care, with consular access arranged. The Iraqi ambassador gave a different account, saying the man was slightly injured for violating curfew.
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Nations pledge aid for Jordan refugees in crisis
London reports nations pledge millions to feed and relieve conditions in Jordan refugee camps since Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. More money is urged, with repatriation for evacuees. Japan adds 12 million, Britain brings total to 10 million, and Sweden Denmark Norway contribute 14 million amid a 19 million total from Jordan relief funds.
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Bush urges Iraqi people to help end gulf crisis
President Bush appeals directly to the Iraqi public to end the Persian Gulf crisis while attacking Saddam Hussein. He says the policy will not change and supports continued military buildup and sanctions as he tours Florida and prepares for a weekend summit. Saddam’s offer of airtime is welcomed as a chance to reach Iraqis.
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