Defeat of Iraqs Republican Guard Could Spark Uprising
The Pentagon believes Iraqi citizens may rise against Saddam Hussein as U S ground forces press the Republican Guard toward Baghdad. Gen Richard Myers says two divisions are heavily damaged while confidence remains that millions may join the liberation effort despite ongoing fear tactics and death squads.
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Saddam's TV absence fuels questions on leadership
Baghdad Iraqi television aired a speech in Saddam Hussein's name delivered by Information Minister Mohammed Saeed al Sahhaf raising fresh questions in Washington and London about Saddam's health and rule as U S led forces press Iraq. U S officials cited uncertainty over whether Saddam is alive or dead and noted his last live appearance was prior to the ground war while al Sahhaf read the address amid ongoing speculation.
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Journalists and activist freed after Iraq detention
Four journalists and a peace activist held since March 25 in Baghdad's Abu Ghraib prison were released and crossed into Jordan. Newsday reporters Matt McAllester and Moises Saman, along with Molly Bingham and Johan Rydeng Spanner, and activist Philip Latasha, faced unclear questions about their detention but reported no harm. The group had had computers and devices confiscated and were questioned about links to the CIA and Pentagon before their release.
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