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December 12, 2007

Earlybird Roundup: Bombs In Iraq & Lebanon, Last Debates In Iowa

Iraq. Three car bombs claimed at least 26 lives and left scores wounded in a mainly Shiite city in southern Iraq today.

Lebanon. Meanwhile, a top military general and his bodyguard were killed in a bombing in Beirut during the morning rush hour.

White House. The Bush administration maintained its tough stance on Iran this week and expressed confidence that the international community was supportive of continued sanctions.

Congress. The GOP held onto two open House seats in yesterday's special elections in Ohio and Virginia.

Campaigns. The presidential candidates are preparing to meet for their final debates in Iowa this week, sponsored by the Des Moines Register. The Gate will be liveblogging the GOP and Democratic events today and tomorrow, respectively, beginning at 2 p.m. EST.

See Earlybird (subscription) for more of this morning's headlines.

Posted at 8:46 AM
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