Coalition Steadfast in Dangerous Iraq
By WILLIAM J. KOLE
Associated Press Writer
November 2, 2003, 1:33 PM EST
VIENNA, Austria -- They're doing what they can to tighten security -- but they're also talking tough and refusing to budge.
Spared the relentless attacks on American forces in Iraq, who suffered their deadliest day in the six-month occupation with Sunday's downing of a U.S. military helicopter, nations helping to stabilize the country are taking extra precautions for their forces.
But so far, at least not publicly, not a single coalition member is seriously considering pulling its troops from Iraq or even drawing down.
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By WILLIAM J. KOLE
Associated Press Writer
November 2, 2003, 1:33 PM EST
VIENNA, Austria -- They're doing what they can to tighten security -- but they're also talking tough and refusing to budge.
Spared the relentless attacks on American forces in Iraq, who suffered their deadliest day in the six-month occupation with Sunday's downing of a U.S. military helicopter, nations helping to stabilize the country are taking extra precautions for their forces.
But so far, at least not publicly, not a single coalition member is seriously considering pulling its troops from Iraq or even drawing down.
Read More on Newsday.com