Just in from the Associated Press:Bomb kills sheik working with US
BAGHDAD - The most prominent figure in a U.S.-backed revolt of Sunni sheiks against al-Qaida in Iraq was killed Thursday by a bomb planted near his home in Anbar province, 10 days after he met with President Bush, police and tribal leaders said.
Officials said his assassination would be a huge setback for U.S. efforts in Iraq, because it sends a message to others who are cooperating with coalition forces or thinking about cooperating against al-Qaida.
The Interior Ministry swiftly ordered plans for a monument built to honor Abu Risha as a “martyr,” Khalaf said. It would be build either at the explosion site, or at the center of Ramadi, he said.
And tonight, President Bush will speak to the nation at 9 pm EST (I can only guess it's so late because he didn't want to miss My Name is Earl, which runs at 8), and according to his spokespeople will be touting the progress in Iraq and asking for our patience.
Wait, I think I've heard that one before ....
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