August 28, 2007
Iraq News Roundup: Karbala Violence, Abu Ghraib Trial
Government: After a series of talks, leaders from five of Iraq's political parties issued a statement on Sunday that outlines shared political and security goals.
Violence: At least 35 people have been killed and 180 wounded since yesterday after violence erupted in Karbala, where one million Shia pilgrims have flocked to celebrate a religious festival.
Abu Ghraib: Lt. Col. Steven L. Jordan was found guilty of disobeying orders in discussing the investigation into the Abu Ghraib prison abuse scandal, but was acquitted of the more serious charges of failing to control soldiers under his command. He faces up to five years in prison.
Media: Anwar Abbas Lafta, an Iraqi translator for CBS News who was kidnapped at gunpoint from his home earlier this week, was found dead.
