In other Iraq news, The New York Times is reporting at least five marines are expected to be charged in the killing of 24 Iraqis in the town of Haditha last year. The Marines initially claimed 15 civilians died in a roadside blast caused by insurgents. Months later, reports emerged the civilians were killed when marines burst into their homes and shot them dead in their nightclothes. Charges could come as early as today.
5 Marines to be Charged in Haditha Killings
HeadlineDec 06, 2006