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To: NickSE who wrote (107164)	7/22/2003 3:50:58 PM
From: BigBull	Respond to of 281500

The NYT, Reuters, and CNN are all running the story that a "commander" of the 101st is confirming the death of Saddam's sons. If true, there is now almost no possibility of a Saddam dynasty returning to power. Very good news.

To: NickSE who wrote (107164)	7/22/2003 4:00:34 PM
From: michael97123	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 281500

Ghost, What a shame--to jacob they are just misunderstood teenagers, no? He will be mourning tonite for a society that cheers the death of mere children. mike

To: NickSE who wrote (107164)	7/22/2003 4:18:29 PM
From: KyrosL	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 281500

Chances of a success in Iraq have gone up considerably. A big blow to the guerilla movement. A huge morale boost to our troops. Now if only the administration grants Bremer's request for more money and people ...

To: NickSE who wrote (107164)	7/22/2003 4:22:43 PM
From: KLP	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 281500

Here's the release: NEWS RELEASE HEADQUARTERS UNITED STATES CENTRAL COMMAND 7115 South Boundary Boulevard MacDill AFB, Fla. 33621-5101 Phone: (813) 827-5894; FAX: (813) 827-2211; DSN 651-5894 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- July 22, 2003 Release Number: 03-07-68 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE STATEMENT REGARDING OPERATION IN MOSUL, IRAQ Statement from US Central Command: On Tuesday, July 22, forces associated with the 101st Airborne Division and Special Operations Forces conducted an operation against suspected regime figures at a residence in Mosul, Iraq. The site is currently being exploited. Four Iraqis were killed in the operation. We have confirmed that two of the dead were Saddam’s sons Uday and Qusay. -30- centcom.mil