Saddam warns of strikes on oilfields and Israel
Iraq's Saddam Hussein, after meeting leaders in Baghdad, warned of possible pre emptive attacks on Saudi oilfields and Israel if sanctions widen. He alleged the embargo strangled Iraq and vowed to retaliate against those who threaten his nation, signaling renewed militancy amid Gulf tensions.
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Army reservist wedding proceeds despite activation
Lt Col Nikolas Christopher of the 318th Transportation Agency was activated on Thursday but given permission to marry Camille Volto at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Hicksville. The ceremony drew about 100 guests as Christopher, in full dress blues, prepared to report to Fort Dix, New Jersey. The couple had a 24 hour honeymoon window before his report. The activation came as reserves are mobilized amid Middle East tensions.
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Classrooms Spotlight Persian Gulf Crisis Education Push
Teachers across the nation use Gulf maps to explain potential chemical war risks as U S forces prepare actions against Saddam Hussein. Camp Allen Elementary in Norfolk reports 165000 military dependents with about 200 students having deployed parents abroad. International lenders IMF and World Bank facing requests for over 10 billion in aid for Egypt Turkey and Jordan as ministers back a U S led effort.
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