April 30, 2007

News Roundup: Iraq Death Toll, Turkey, U.K. Terror Plot

Iraq. More than 100 U.S. soldiers have been killed in Iraq, making April the deadliest month for Americans serving there this year. Meanwhile, new details in the case against a "porn-collecting" Army commander accused of aiding the enemy were revealed, and the British military confirmed that Prince Harry will serve in Iraq.

World. Turkey's military hints it may intervene in a dispute between Islamists and secularists over the country's next president.

Terrorism. Five Britons were convicted of plotting a massive bombing attack in the U.K., in a case that one terrorism expert says shows Pakistan "has become a finishing school for terrorism."

Washington. World Bank President Paul Wolfowitz lashed out at his critics for being "hypocritical," but hinted that even if he is cleared of misconduct he will consider resigning.

Immigration. A massive rally for immigration rights is set for downtown Los Angeles tomorrow.

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