Schroeder warns of Nazi memory as Europe marks liberation
German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder expressed shame over Nazi era horrors and said Germany will keep alive Holocaust memory. Across Europe commemorations for the 60th anniversary of the Red Army’s Auschwitz liberation mingled grief with fears of anti Jewish sentiment.
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Hamas signals possible pause in attacks in Gaza talks
Hamas leader Mashaal told AP a temporary truce could be possible if Israel curbs strikes, frees prisoners, and halts killings. Palestinian and Israeli generals met to discuss deploying police in southern Gaza to deter militants, signaling eased tension and potential revival of talks.
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Bush seeks eighty billion more for Iraq and Afghanistan wars
The Associated Press reports the Bush administration plans a new war funding request of about 980 billion dollars for Iraq and Afghanistan. Deficit projections by the Congressional Budget Office and CRS are discussed, with totals including war costs pushing near 800 billion and 540 billion in potential future deficits.
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Signs of progress amid Iraq turmoil according to Newsday
Washington notes Saddam Hussein gone and prisons emptied while some provinces see security gains. Bush officials tout 2003-04 Iraqi stabilization, with 2400 clinics and fire stations rebuilt, aid slow but reconstruction advancing. A May 2003 poll shows 62 percent likely to vote amid violence as analysts argue progress persists in rebuilding democracy.
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FBI probes padded membership in Alabama Boy Scouts
Birmingham based Greater Alabama Council faces an FBI inquiry into inflated rolls with 20 names sharing the same last name and concerns over funding from agencies like United Way. Volunteers and officials acknowledge potential overcounts, citing broader national scrutiny and audited membership practices.
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