12 Dead In Attack On Iraq Military Base -- Radio Free Europe
Officials in Iraq say at least 12 soldiers have been killed and more than 10 injured in an attack on a military base outside the northern city of Mosul.
The Associated Press, quoting army and police, said the April 17 attack began when a suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden truck.
Gunmen then opened fire, sparking a gun battle with troops.
The AP report says eight militants were also killed in the fighting.
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Update: 13 soldiers killed in attack in Iraq's Mosul -- World Bulletin
My Comment: Iraqi insurgents are now upgrading their attacks to frontal assaults against military bases. This is a worrisome development.
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