Articles 10.10.2004

A press release from the Multi-national Corp of Iraq further discusses the recent explosions of the Red Cresent Building and Agricultural Center in Ramadi: "The circumstances surrounding this recent act of terrorism in Ramadi are similar to those of previous bombings in the past two weeks in what can be described as a deliberate insurgent intimidation and propaganda campaign." Furthermore, graffiti found at the site has been linked to the a Mujahideen group called "Army of Mujahideen Ramadi." Here is an article from 07.27.2004 illustrating the religious-based resistance in Ramadi.
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More reports of fighting in Ramadi from the St. Paul Pioneer Press (Free Registartion Required) and 1010 WINS, a NYC radio station A quote from the 2nd article: "Residents reached by telephone said insurgents launched attacks in a half dozen parts of Ramadi, and that four huge explosions shook the center of the city Sunday night."
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An article in Time Magazine discussing the possibility of a military draft begins and end with a description of the personal dangers Marines and soldiers face in Ramadi. A web-exclusive article details a Marine firefight in Ramadi. There is also an on-line photo essay of the event.
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Several sites, including the Chinese Xinhua News service report that a peace deal is a real possibility in Falluja, where the 2nd BCT has had previous documented operations. A key dividing point in the truce talks is whether U.S. troops will be allowed in the city, or if Iraqi National Guard units will go in alone. Experts say U.S. troops will need access in order to supervise U.S.-funded rebuilding projects. The Boston Globe reports that insurgent groups have vowed widespread attacks around the country if the U.S. enters Fallujah.