Iraq Insurgents Hit Marines in Fallujah
Wednesday April 21, 2004 5:16 AM
FALLUJAH, Iraq (AP) - About 35 Iraqi insurgents attacked U.S. Marines in northern Fallujah just after daybreak Wednesday, setting off a heavy gunbattle, the military said. There was no immediate word on casualties.
The attack began with a massive barrage of rocket-propelled grenades and small arms fire. Explosions were heard throughout the city. Marine forces here were put on high alert.
The attack comes following Monday's announcement of an agreement aimed at ending hostilities in the embattled city. U.S. officials have warned that if guerrillas don't comply with a call by city leaders to disarm, Marines may launch an all-out assault to take the city.
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I don't think the cease fire that is in effect in Fallujah is going to solve the situation one bit. The city elders of Fallujah aren't going to be able to get the fanatics to give up their weapons and surrender. It isn't going to happen.
The bigger question in my mind is what is going to happen with Najaf now that our armored divisions are currently in place to strike.