Black Watch 'move into position': "Black Watch troops are reported to have moved into position ahead of the imminent US and Iraqi assault on the rebel stronghold of Fallujah, it was reported."

In Ananova: War In Iraq



Government backs Fallujah strike: "The Government has backed an assault on the rebel stronghold of Fallujah, insisting it is vital to stop Iraq becoming a terrorist safe haven."

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Israel prepares for Arafat's burial: "Israel has completed preparations for the ailing Yasser Arafat to be buried in the Gaza Strip, outlining plans to allow West Bank Palestinians to cross through Israel for the funeral and permitting enemy Arab leaders to attend, security officials said tod"

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UN concern for hostages' health: "Militants threatening to kill three UN hostages said talks were to begin with Afghan and UN officials, ten days after the victims were abducted at gunpoint on a street in the capital."

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Iraq declares 60 day state of emergency in Katu.com: Iraq & Terror



Iraq Emergency URGENT in Katu.com: Iraq & Terror



Fallujah wait continues...Insurgents attack...Crash site search in Katu.com: Iraq & Terror



Insurgents kill more than 50 across Iraq: "BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) - Insurgents attacked police stations, gunned down government officials and set off bombs Sunday in central Iraq, leaving more than 50 people dead and more than 60 injured over two days in a dramatic escalation of violence as U.S. forces prepare to storm rebel-held Fallujah."

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Afghan militants say talks on U.N. hostages underway in Katu.com: Iraq & Terror



Marines focus on Fallujah...France sends in reinforcements in Katu.com: Iraq & Terror



Iran says provisional nuke pact reached: "Iran and European nations reached a provisional agreement over Iran's nuclear program at talks aimed at avoiding a U.N. showdown, but all parties involved still must approve it, Iran's chief negotiator said Sunday."

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Iraqi Gunmen Kill Three Province Officials (AP): "AP - Three Diyala provincial officials were shot and killed by unknown assailants while traveling on Sunday to a funeral for a colleague killed earlier in the week, Iraqi officials said."

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