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Iraq aims to beef up border security 
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Iraq's prime minister said Thursday that efforts to improve security in his country include plans to disband all militias and stop the flow of militants across the border.An Outsider Confronts the Tide in the Marshes of Iraq New York Times - 50 minutes ago
Rory Stewart offers a rueful, richly detailed, often harrowing account of his yearlong efforts to build a new civil society from the ruins of the old Iraq.Rumsfeld extends tours of 3,500 US troops in Iraq AFP via Yahoo! News - Jul 27 6:39 PM
The Pentagon extended the tours of about 3,500 US troops in Iraq for 120 days, dashing hopes of US force cuts this year in the face of surging sectarian violence.Classic films evoke Iraq's cultural riches USA Today - Jul 27 5:52 PM
Iraq's holy shrines the tomb of Imam Ali in Najaf, the twin domes of Baghdad's Imam Khadum shrine flicker on the plasma screen wheeled into the lobby of Baghdad's National Theater.US boosts Iraq troop levels amid Baghdad violence Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jul 27 4:32 PM
Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld on Thursday ordered about 3,500 U.S. troops in Iraq to stay up to four months past their scheduled departure, boosting U.S. forces in an attempt to curb unrelenting violence in Baghdad.Local Soldier Dies Fighting In Iraq WTAE ThePittsburghChannel.com via Yahoo! News - Jul 27 3:07 PM
Capt. Jason West died on July 24 in Ar Ramadi, Iraq, when he encountered enemy forces using small fire arms.Departure delayed for thousands of US troops from Iraq Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jul 27 2:24 PM
Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld on Thursday directed about 3,500 U.S. troops who have spent the past year in Iraq to stay up to four months past their scheduled departure date, boosting the size of the U.S. force amid unrelenting violence in Baghdad, officials said.Bush, Romanian leader discuss Iraq, visas AP via Yahoo! News - Jul 27 12:55 PM
Romanian President Traian Basescu told President Bush on Thursday to count on his government as a good U.S. ally in Iraq and Afghanistan.Rumsfeld extends tours of 4,000 US troops in Iraq AFP via Yahoo! News - Jul 27 1:11 PM
US Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld extended the tours of nearly 4,000 US troops in Iraq for 120 days to help quell sectarian violence in Baghdad, the Pentagon said.Pentagon delays departure of 2,500 US troops from Iraq Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jul 27 1:24 PM
Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld on Thursday directed more than 2,500 U.S. troops who have spent the past year in Iraq to stay up to four months past their scheduled departure date, boosting the size of the U.S. force amid unrelenting violence in Baghdad, officials said.Iraq struggles to keep up flow of oil AP via Yahoo! News - Jul 27 5:27 AM
Pipelines carrying crude oil through Iraq's unguarded desert suddenly collapse after weeks without disruption a single bullet puncturing a line, halting Iraq's main source of revenue.Fatal Iraq attack also injured 3 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - 7 minutes ago
Three other Wisconsin National Guard soldiers were injured in Iraq in the roadside bombing that killed Stephen W....U.S. military deaths in Iraq Boston Globe - Jul 27 6:18 PM
As of Thursday, July 27, 2006, at least 2,569 members of the U.S. military have died since the beginning of the Iraq war in March 2003, according to an Associated Press count. The figure includes seven military civilians. At least 2,036 died as a result of hostile action, according to the military's numbers.Aussies depart Smitty for new Iraq role Sydney Morning Herald - 49 minutes ago
Australian troops have lowered the flag and departed Camp Smitty in Iraq's Al Muthanna province. -Iraq explosions 'kill 24' CNN.com - Jul 27 12:54 AM
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A pair of mortar rounds followed minutes later by a car bomb blasted Baghdad's Karradah district Thursday, killing 24 people and wounding 46, police said.Statement of Deputy Treasury Secretary Robert Kimmitt on International Compact for Iraq United States Department of the Treasury - Jul 27 10:27 AM
I welcome the announcement today by the Iraqi government and U.N. on the International Compact for Iraq. We strongly support this important initiative, and look forward to working with Iraqi leadership, the United Nations and other members of the preparatory group to help Iraq realize its vision of a united, stable and prosperous nation underpinned by a self-sustaining economy.U.S. boosts Iraq troop levels amid Baghdad violence Reuters.co.uk - 1 hour, 43 minutes ago
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Defence Secretary Donald Rumsfeld on Thursday ordered about 3,500 U.S. troops in Iraq to stay up to four months past their scheduled departure, boosting U.S. forces in an attempt to curb unrelenting violence in Baghdad.Aussie troops head for new Iraq role The Australian - 1 hour, 0 minute ago
AUSTRALIAN troops have lowered the flag and left Camp Smitty in Iraq's Al Muthanna province.5,000 New U.S. Troops Planned For Iraq Fox 12 Oregon - 1 hour, 3 minutes ago
BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Military commanders in Iraq are developing a plan to move as many as 5,000 U.S. troops with armored vehicles and tanks into the country's capital in an effort to quell escalating violence, defense officials said Thursday.War in Iraq theme for this year's ADF The Herald-Sun - 5 minutes ago
While there were many memorable performances during this summer's American Dance Festival, what made the season stand out was the fact that so many choreographers addressed a topical issue -- in this case the war in Iraq.Bush, Romanian Leader Discuss Iraq, Visas Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune - Jul 27 4:42 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) - Romanian President Traian Basescu told President Bush on Thursday to count on his government as a good U.S. ally in Iraq and Afghanistan. Bush thanked the Romanian leader for the support and said Washington was working to resolve differences between the two countries over visas for Romanians. "I told the president we're dealing with an immigration debate here in the United US Extends Unit in Iraq Amid Continuing Violence Voice of America - Jul 27 4:20 PM
The U.S. Defense Department announced Thursday it has ordered several thousand soldiers to stay in Iraq beyond their one-year assignment, which was about to end.25,000 stateside troops tapped for Iraq deployment Stars and Stripes - Jul 27 4:37 PM
ARLINGTON, Va. As part of the next rotation to Iraq, 25,000 stateside troops have been tapped to deploy, and 3,500 members of an Army brigade already there have been extended by up to 120 days, the Defense Department announced Thursday.Families of soldiers killed in Iraq win right to challenge legality of going to war Guardian Unlimited - 2 hours, 39 minutes ago
Families of British soldiers killed in Iraq yesterday won a significant legal battle in their fight for an independent public inquiry into the government's decision to invade.Iraq aims to beef up border security Syracuse.com - 1 hour, 39 minutes ago
AMMAN, Jordan (AP) Iraq's prime minister said Thursday that efforts to improve security in his country include plans to disband all militias and stop the flow of militants across the border.5,000 New U.S. Troops Planned For Iraq Local6.com Central Florida - Jul 27 3:30 PM
Thousands of new troops will be sent to Iraq and thousands more will have their tours of duty extended under a new Penatgon plan.Iraq Struggles to Keep Up Flow of Oil ABC News - Jul 27 5:46 AM
U.S. Faces Question of What to Do About Iraq's Oil: Violence Prevents Security of PipelinesFor Some Jews, Israel and Iraq Cloud View on Lieberman New York Times - Jul 26 8:32 PM
Senator Joseph I. Lieberman's continued support for the war in Iraq has brought mixed sentiments from a significant number of Jewish Democrats.U.S. boosts Iraq troop levels amid Baghdad violence Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Jul 27 2:51 PM
U.S. Defence Secretary Donald Rumsfeld on Thursday directed about 3,500 U.S. troops in Iraq to stay up to four months past their scheduled departure date, boosting U.S. forces in an attempt to curb unrelenting violence in Baghdad.Memorial set for 1st AD soldier killed in Iraq Stars and Stripes - Jul 27 4:22 PM
A memorial was planned Friday for a 1st Armored Division soldier, one of three division soldiers killed this week in Iraq. The ceremony for Staff Sgt. Chris Swanson, 25, of Rose Haven, Md., was scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Friday at Good Samaritan Chapel on H.D. Smith Barracks in Baumholder.Dems bringing Iraq to the fore in 06 contests Gazette.Net - 2 hours, 33 minutes ago
In race after race, congressional challengers have distilled their campaigns into a single four-letter word: Iraq. Even more than in 2004, candidates appear to be exploiting the antiwar sentiment. Polls show it might be a good tactic.Oregon friends, family remember a Renaissance man killed in Iraq Corvallis Gazette Times - 1 hour, 29 minutes ago
PORTLAND Capt. Christopher Pate learned languages quickly, climbed mountains and led expeditions to seldom-visited corners of Powell s Books, say friends and family of the 29-year-old Marine killed in Iraq.Jordan voices support for Iraq to achieve security, stability People's Daily - 1 hour, 49 minutes ago
Jordanian King Abdullah II voiced support on Thursday for Iraq to achieve security and stability.172nd Striker Brigade to stay in Iraq; save Baghdad Army Times - Jul 27 1:58 PM
In a reaction to worsening violence in Baghdad, the Defense Department is extending the 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team s tour in Iraq for up to 120 days.Brigade may be extended in Iraq AP via Yahoo! News - Jul 26 4:45 PM
Military commanders in Iraq are considering extending the deployment of an Alaska-based Army brigade as part of the plan to increase forces in Baghdad to quell the violence.No reduction of US troops in Iraq - Pentagon Independent Online - 1 hour, 35 minutes ago
The United States military has indicated that it will maintain or possibly increase the current level of about 130 000 troops in Iraq as commanders develop a plan to move as many as 5 000 soldiers with heavy armour into strife-torn Baghdad.Rumsfeld extends tours of 3,500 US troops in Iraq TODAYonline - Jul 27 5:17 PM
A US soldier in seen on patrol in Baghdad in 2005. The Pentagon extended the tours of about 3,500 US troops in Iraq for 120 days in a move that dashed hopes of a reduction in the US force this year in the face of surging sectarian violence.Iraq resolute in the face of terror, sectarian bloodshed: Maliki AFP via Yahoo! News - Jul 26 3:27 PM
Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki vowed to remain resolute in the face of violent sectarianism ripping apart his country, calling Iraq the "front line" in the war against terror.US may increase Iraq force by delaying departures Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jul 26 3:21 PM
The U.S. military, faced with unrelenting violence in Baghdad, is expected to delay the departure of about 4,000 troops due to leave Iraq in the coming days in order to boost the size of the U.S. force, officials said on Wednesday.Iraq, UN Launch Compact for Peace, Reconstruction Scoop.co.nz - Jul 27 4:50 PM
The United Nations and the Iraqi Government announced today the formal launch of the International Compact with Iraq, a new partnership with the international community that aims to consolidate peace and pursue political, economic and social development over the next five years in the violence-torn country.Maliki calls Iraq 'front line' against terrorism Worcester Telegram & Gazette - 1 hour, 57 minutes ago
WASHINGTON - Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki of Iraq yesterday asked a skeptical American public to continue to stand with Iraq, casting his country as the "front line" in the global battle against terrorism as he pleaded with Congress to send more money to help reconstruction efforts.Iraq oil minister calls for more foreign investment AFP via Yahoo! News - Jul 26 2:37 PM
Iraq's oil minister Hussein al-Shahristani said that boosting foreign investment is vital to increasing the country's oil output as he met in Washington with executives from major energy groups.U.S. Plans 5,000 New Troops For Iraq WSB-TV 2 Atlanta - Jul 27 3:31 PM
Thousands of new troops will be sent to Iraq and thousands more will have their tours of dutry extended under a new Penatgon plan.Local Soldier Dies Fighting In Iraq Action News 4 Pittsburgh - Jul 27 4:21 PM
A local soldier died fighting in Iraq this week. Capt. Jason West died on July 24 in Ar Ramadi, Iraq, when he encountered enemy forces using small fire arms.Ancient statue looted in Iraq is returned AP via Yahoo! News - Jul 26 3:32 PM
A prized statue of an ancient king that was stolen during widespread looting in Iraq following the U.S. invasion three years ago has been returned to the country's government, U.S. and Iraqi officials said.Rumsfeld extends Iraq tours The Australian - Jul 27 1:44 PM
US Defence Secretary Donald Rumsfeld extended the tours of nearly 4000 US troops in Iraq for 120 days today to help quell sectarian violence in Baghdad, the Pentagon said.Maliki calls Iraq key to war on terrorism Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jul 26 1:57 PM
Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki sidestepped controversy over Israel and Lebanon and depicted Iraq as central to the war on terrorism when he addressed the U.S. Congress on Wednesday.US boosts Iraq troop levels amid Baghdad violence Reuters - Jul 27 3:07 PM
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld on Thursday directed about 3,500 U.S. troops in Iraq to stay up to four months past their scheduled departure date, boosting U.S. forces in an attempt to curb unrelenting violence in Baghdad.Iraq Looks for U.S. Oil Deals Rigzone - Jul 27 1:04 PM
Iraq's oil minister met with executives from the nation's major oil companies Wednesday, hoping to lay the groundwork for future oil deals for his energy-rich but violence-ridden country.Discovery Bay Soldier Killed In Iraq KTVU 2 San Francisco - Jul 27 3:00 PM
DISCOVERY BAY -- A 21-year-old Army soldier from Discovery Bay has died in Iraq. The U.S. Department of Defense reported Wednesday the death of Spc. Joseph A. Graves.Montgomery's 187th Fighter Wing to Deploy to Iraq WTVY-TV 4 - Jul 27 3:13 PM
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - One-hundred members of the 187th Fighter Wing deployed to Iraq today with another deployment of 200 people expected next week.Blair is called to account again over war in Iraq Times Online - Jul 27 3:11 PM
TONY BLAIR S lawyers will have to rehearse the detailed reasons for invading Iraq after a dramatic victory by the families of four soldiers killed there.Series of Woes Mar Iraq Project Hailed as Model New York Times - 2 hours, 11 minutes ago
A project to build a high-tech children s hospital in Basra, praised by the first lady, faces delays and cost overruns.Rumsfeld extends tours of 3,500 US troops in Iraq TurkishPress.com - Jul 27 2:47 PM
The Pentagon extended the tours of about 3,500 US troops in Iraq for 120 days in a move that dashed hopes of a reduction in the US force this year in the face of surging sectarian violence.$396.5 Million Paid For Iraq s Invasion Of Kuwait Scoop.co.nz - Jul 27 2:20 PM
The United Nations Compensation Commission, which settles the damage claims of those who suffered losses due to Iraq's 1990 invasion of Kuwait, today announced the disbursement of about $396.5 million , bringing the total paid out to date to nearly $21 billion.Should we still be in Iraq? Ridgecrest Daily Independent - Jul 27 4:12 PM
With everything that's been going on in our country, should we still be trying to save Iraq or should we be concentrating on saving our selves?"Iranian prisoners in Iraq to be released soon" IranMania.com - Jul 27 4:44 PM
LONDON, July 28 (IranMania) - Iran's Ambassador to Baghdad, Hassan Kazemi Qomi, announced that all Iranians imprisoned in Iraq on charges of illegal entry, will be released soon with assistance of Iraqi officials, IRNA reported.Democrats press for updated intelligence on Iraq AFP via Yahoo! News - Jul 26 12:14 PM
Senate Democrats called on US Director of National Intelligence John Negroponte to provide fresh intelligence on Iraq, calling existing analyses dated.Rumsfeld extends tours of 4,000 US troops in Iraq TurkishPress.com - Jul 27 1:32 PM
WASHINGTON - US Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld extended the tours of nearly 4,000 US troops in Iraq for 120 days Thursday to help quell sectarian violence in Baghdad, the Pentagon said.Al Zarqawi's men bring terror to northern Iraq Kurdish Media - Jul 27 4:37 PM
Baghdad: The oil-rich northern province of Kirkuk is becoming the second deadliest city in Iraq after the capital, Baghdad. At least 50 people were killed due to an upsurge in terrorist attacks in the past few days.U.S. troops might stay in Iraq longer Albuquerque Tribune - Jul 27 11:17 AM
WASHINGTON - Military commanders in Iraq are considering extending the deployment of an Army brigade as part of the plan to increase forces in Baghdad to quell the violence.Rocket, Mortar Barrage Kills 31 in Iraq phillyburbs.com - Jul 27 7:34 AM
BAGHDAD, Iraq - A rocket and mortar barrage followed by a car bomb blasted an upscale, mostly Shiite district Thursday, killing 31 people and wounding 153, police said. The attack came just days after President Bush agreed to send more U.S. troops to the capital to curb sectarian violence.Speaker expresses satisfaction with Iran-Iraq ties Islamic Republic News Agency - Jul 27 9:38 AM
Iran - Iraq - Ties Majlis Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel in a meeting with the former Iraqi prime minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari here Thursday said that the current ties between the two countries are quite favorable and friendly.Funeral servie held for area soldier killed in Iraq The Courier Express - Jul 27 11:39 AM
REYNOLDSVILLE - A multitude of veterans turned out to say farewell to Sgt. 1st Class Scott R. Smith Wednesday. He was killed in action in Iraq. Smith's interment was held at Lakelawn Cemetery in Reynoldsville.WSMR soldiers back from Iraq KRQE Albuquerque - Jul 27 4:24 PM
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, N.M. -- Members of the 734th Ordnance Company arrived home Wednesday welcomed by a celebration with family and friends. The 17 soldiers based at White Sands Missile Range spent seven months in Iraq.At crossroads in Iraq, U.S. faces the question - what to do about the oil? Boston Herald - Jul 27 5:14 AM
BAGHDAD, Iraq - Pipelines carrying crude oil through Iraq's unguarded desert suddenly collapse after weeks without disruption - a single bullet puncturing a line, halting Iraq's main source...All 1st Cavalry Division Soldiers Headed Back To Iraq KWTX-TV Waco - Jul 27 2:56 PM
For the second time in less than three years, the entire 1st Cavalry Division is heading to Iraq. Earlier this year, the Department of Defense announced that most of the division would be deploying to Iraq, Thursday afternoon the rest of the division got their orders.Discovery Bay Soldier Dies In Iraq CBS 5 Bay Area - Jul 27 11:37 AM
The Pentagon has identified a 21-year-old Fort Hood soldier as killed by enemy fire in Iraq. The Defense Department says Army Specialist Joseph A. Graves of Discovery Bay died when his convoy encountered enemy fire in Baghdad.Michigander dies in Iraq Detroit Free Press - Jul 27 1:54 AM
HESPERIA -- A native of a small town in west Michigan has died while fighting in Iraq. Army Spec. Dennis K. Samson, 24, of Hesperia in Oceana County was killed Monday by enemy gunfire, said employees of the Harris Funeral Home in Shelby who talked with family members after they were informed by the Army.Unbelievable meeting in Iraq Parkes Champion-Post - Jul 27 4:34 PM
How many times have we all said it, but it's certainly true. It really is a small world. How amazing is this? We have been covering the tour of Iraq by a local man, Clint Paddison who is part of an entertainment group keeping up the spirits of our service personnel serving in the hot spot.White Sands soldiers return from Iraq ABC 7 El Paso - Jul 27 10:29 AM
White Sands Missile Range soldiers have returned from Iraq.Maliki vows Iraq will rise from ashes of dictatorship AFP via Yahoo! News - Jul 26 8:59 AM
Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki has thanked the United States for ousting former dictator Saddam Hussein and hailed the "new Iraq that is emerging from the ashes of dictatorship."UK court to test legality of Iraq war The Age - Jul 27 7:26 AM
Families of British soldiers killed in Iraq have won a significant legal battle in their fight for an independent public inquiry into the British Government's decision to invade. -Iraq to condemn Hizbollah attacks: minister Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jul 26 8:29 AM
Iraq will join some other Arab League nations in condemning Hizbollah's attacks on Israel, Iraq's foreign minister told U.S. lawmakers on Wednesday, as Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki addressed a joint meeting of Congress.Iraq veteran visits Lakewood Ranch Rotary Club Bradenton Herald - Jul 27 8:55 AM
After returning from Iraq recently, Lt. Col. Bob Taradash visited the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch, the club reported today.Iraqi leader to Congress: Iraq is front line in war on terrorism The Olympian - Jul 27 4:31 AM
WASHINGTON - Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, thanking Americans for personal sacrifice and financial support in the war in Iraq, pledged before Congress and soldiers at an area Army base Wednesday to overcome the terrorism wracking his country.White Sands soldiers return from Iraq KOB-TV Albuquerque - Jul 27 9:32 AM
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, N.M. (AP) - White Sands Missile Range soldiers have returned from Iraq. The 17 soldiers of the 734 th Ordnance Company arrived home Wednesday.Iraq: Is a Thee-state solution Viable? World Headlines - Jul 27 1:32 PM
The level of sectarian violence in Iraq has escalated in recent weeks, leading to hundreds of deaths and thousands of displaced persons and families.Premier: Iraq is key in war on terror Detroit News - Jul 26 11:06 PM
BAGHDAD, Iraq -- U.S. soldiers arrested five suspected members of an alleged "death squad" south of Baghdad on Wednesday as Iraqi army troops battled insurgents on a major street in the center of the capital.Heckler Disrupts Iraq PM's Speech CBS News - Jul 26 7:25 PM
At a joint meeting of Congress, Nouri al-Maliki was insisting that Iraq remains on the front line against terrorism when a demonstrator began shouting, "Iraqis want the troops to leave" and "Bring them home now."Marine sends love from Iraq The Herald News - Jul 27 9:42 AM
Lance Cpl. Felipe Flores, a Marine Reservist with Bravo Battery 114 out of Joliet, was deployed Jan. 1 to Iraq. Flores' company's main objective is to enforce protection in various parts of the Al Anbar province.Statue looted from Iraq after invasion is returned The Columbus Dispatch - Jul 27 3:59 AM
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) A prized statue of an ancient king that was stolen during widespread looting in Iraq after the U.S. invasion three years ago has been returned to the country s government, U.S. and Iraqi officials said.Mortar Rounds, Car Bomb Kill 31 in Iraq phillyburbs.com - Jul 27 4:34 AM
BAGHDAD, Iraq - A mortar barrage followed minutes later by a car bomb blasted Baghdad's upscale Karradah district Thursday, killing at least 31 people and wounding 153, police said.Hesperia native killed in Iraq Ludington Daily News - Jul 27 8:58 AM
HESPERIA, Mich. (AP) Another native of Oceana County has died while fighting in Iraq. Army Spc. Dennis K. Samson Jr., 24, of Hesperia, was killed Monday by enemy gunfire in Taqaddum, the U.S. Department of Defense announced Wednesday.U.S. deaths in Iraq The Plain Dealer - Jul 27 4:46 AM
As of Wednesday, at least 2,569 members of the U.S. military have died since the beginning of the Iraq war in March 2003, according to an Associated Press count. The figure includes seven military civilians. At least 2,030 died as a result of hostile action, according to the military's numbers.Discovery Bay Soldier Killed In Iraq KCRA.com - Jul 27 8:50 AM
A 21-year-old soldier from Discovery Bay was killed by enemy fire in Iraq, the Pentagon announced. Troop Morale in Iraq? "It Sucks," Reporter Discovers Editor & Publisher - Jul 27 8:04 AM
NEW YORK We often hear from President Bush, Secretary of Defense Rumsfeld or various generals about the high order of troop morale in Iraq --but we rarely hear directly from the troops themselves.Rocket, Mortar Barrage Kills 31 in Iraq WJLA-TV Washington D.C. - Jul 27 7:40 AM
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) - A rocket and mortar barrage followed by a car bomb blasted an upscale, mostly Shiite district Thursday, killing 31 people and wounding 153, police said.Iraq Won't Be Used As Launch Pad For Terrorists: Maliki Bernama - Jul 27 5:43 AM
WASHINGTON, July 27 (Bernama) -- Assuring United States that Iraq was a firm ally in the war against terrorism, Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al Maliki Wednesday said he will never allow his country to be used as a launch pad for terrorists.The Iraq We Haven't Seen Washington Post - Jul 26 6:19 AM
The Kurdistan regional government is rolling out a national media blitz this week: "Kurdistan: The Other Iraq," complete with cable television ads, print ads and a national tour by the head of its development office to attract investment and tourism to its northern Iraq region.Army identifies Fort Hood soldier as killed in Iraq ABC 7 El Paso - Jul 27 8:14 AM
UNDATED The Pentagon has identified a 21-year-old Fort Hood soldier as killed by enemy fire in Iraq. The Defense Department says Army Specialist Joseph A.Fresh from combat, Col. McMaster to speak about Iraq mission Orange County Register - Jul 27 3:14 AM
Locals viewed troops with suspicion when the U.S. Army's 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment first arrived last year in Tall Afar, northwest Iraq.Army identifies Fort Hood soldier as killed in Iraq KESQ - Jul 27 8:06 AM
UNDATED The Pentagon has identified a 21-year-old Fort Hood soldier as killed by enemy fire in Iraq.Capital diplomat is heading home after year posted in Iraq The Scotsman - Jul 27 5:24 AM
BRITAIN'S ambassador to Iraq is set to return home to Edinburgh after completing his tour of duty in Baghdad.Soldier from 101st is killed in Iraq Louisville Courier-Journal - Jul 27 2:51 AM
A 101st Airborne Division soldier was killed by enemy small arms fire in Iraq, the Army said yesterday. Spc. Dennis K. Samson Jr., 24, of Hesperia, Mich., died Monday in Taqaddum, Iraq. Samson was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 506th Infantry, 101st Airborne Division, which is based in Fort Campbell.Bitter times in Iraq s orange capital Business Day - Jul 27 8:30 AM
JDAIDET AL AGHAWAT, Iraq Amid orange orchards, date palms and fields full of blooming sunflowers, some 150 Iraqis huddle in a rundown village school as they seek refuge from a daily staple of bloodshed and threats.INQUIRY VICTORY FOR IRAQ FAMILIES Daily Mirror - Jul 27 7:29 AM
FAMILIES of British soldiers killed in Iraq last night hailed a "stunning victory" in their struggle to shed more light on why Britain went to war. Georgian Troops Wounded In Iraq Radio Free Europe: Radio Library - Jul 27 7:04 AM
July 27, 2006 -- The U.S. military says gunmen opened fire on Georgian troops in Iraq today, wounding five of them.Iraq requests more aid Kansas City Star - Jul 27 12:29 AM
Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki on Wednesday asked Congress for more reconstruction money for Iraq and suggested that history would condemn a quick American withdrawal from his nation.Mortar Rounds, Car Bomb Kill 27 in Iraq phillyburbs.com - Jul 27 2:19 AM
BAGHDAD, Iraq - A mortar barrage followed minutes later by a car bomb blasted Baghdad's upscale Karradah district Thursday, killing at least 27 people and wounding 63, police said.