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Stories from 2004-06-13

Errors Are Seen in Early Attacks on Iraqi Leaders

Douglas Jehl and Eric Schmitt | New York Times | June 13, 2004

"The United States launched many more failed airstrikes on a far broader array of senior Iraqi leaders during the early days of the war last year than has previously been acknowledged, and some caused significant civilian casualties, according to senior military and intelligence officials." [more]

Interrogation Abuses were 'Approved at Highest Levels': Surfacing Evidence

Julian Coman | Telegraph | June 13, 2004

A memo dated October 9, 2003 on "Interrogation Rules of Engagement", which each military intelligence officer was obliged to sign, set out in detail the wide range of pressure tactics they could use - including stress positions and solitary confinement for more than 30 days. [more]

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