Clashes erupt in central Baghdad; 2 dead

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Source: Associated Press Writer



Clashes erupt in central Baghdad; 2 dead

By SINAN SALAHEDDIN, Associated Press Writer 1 hour, 8 minutes ago

BAGHDAD - With U.S. attack helicopters buzzing overhead, gunmen and Iraqi security forces clashed Sunday in a Sunni area in central Baghdad, and police said at least two people were killed in fighting in the neighborhood's narrow streets and alleys.
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An Iraqi army colonel from the brigade in charge of the area said the gunmen were firing at army checkpoints and patrols from rooftops and the soldiers returned fire, calling for U.S. assistance when the fighting became fierce. He said the situation had calmed by late afternoon but sporadic clashes continued.

"The soldiers raided some houses believed to be used by the gunmen today. Several suspects were arrested and they are being interrogated," the colonel said, speaking on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to speak to the media.

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Jassim said the arrival of U.S. troops in the area briefly stopped the clashes but the fighting resumed when the Americans left.

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1. but, but, but -- we got us a surge!!! don't those insurgents know we got a SURGE!!??

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2. NEVER HAPPENED

Because just 3 days ago our prez eeeee dent said we were making progress
and that we are going to win.

Why do you hate America?