War costs for Iraq could reach forty billion dollars
Analysts estimate the U S would spend about 40 to 60 billion dollars on combat operations with potential postwar reconstruction costs topping 100 billion. Pentagon officials avoid firm totals while private analysts offer ranges based on duration and intensity of conflict.
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Islamic Jihad won’t target Americans after U.S. arrests
In Gaza City Islamic Jihad says it will not strike American targets in retaliation for U.S. arrests and a federal indictment of eight members led by Sami Al Arian. The group vows to continue fighting Israel while emphasizing no new fronts.
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U S to take Philippines combat role in joint offensive
U S special operations troops to front line against Abu Sayyaf in the Sulu Archipelago with Philippine forces. About 350 U S Green Berets and 400 other troops plus 1,000 Marines will support the operation from offshore and coastal bases. The plan, slated to start in March, marks a shift from advisory duties to direct combat under Manila's consent.
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Chirac says Africa backs inspections over war on Iraq
Paris reports that three non permanent Security Council members Angola Cameroon and Guinea along with other African nations unanimously support weapons inspections as the path to disarm Iraq. Chirac said all 62 African delegates favored peaceful means and a war resolution faces veto risks from permanent members France Russia or China.
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