Rocket assault on Green Zone raises questions

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BAGHDAD - A barrage of rockets hit Baghdad's fortified Green Zone yesterday, casting doubt on the influence of a Shi'ite militia cease-fire fewer than 24 hours after it was renewed.

At least six blasts rumbled across the US-protected enclave, which is home to Iraqi government offices, the US Embassy, and military bases. An American official said there were no casualties and no significant damage.

Along Iraq's frigid northern border, Turkish forces pressed their largest ground offensive against Kurdish separatist guerrillas in years, pounding rebel targets with artillery and helicopter gunfire.

The attack was the fourth rocket barrage this week in the capital, where US commanders have touted a more than 60 percent decline in violence since June.

http://www.boston.com/news/world/middleeast/articles/2008/02/24/rocket_assault_on_green_zone_raises_questions/

[Dr.Phool]

1. Awww, that stuff happens all the time at Iowa flea markets.

They're just celebrating their freedom.

:sarcasm:

[Skittles]

2. let's go there to buy rugs, Dr. Phool

:rofl: