US and Iraqi forces launch major offensive

Heavy gunfire and explosions rocked Samarra today after US and Iraqi forces launched a major assault to regain control of the insurgent stronghold north of the capital.

Fri, 01 Oct, 2004 - 08:49

Heavy gunfire and explosions rocked Samarra today after US and Iraqi forces launched a major assault to regain control of the insurgent stronghold north of the capital.

Hospital officials said at least 21 people were killed and 35 injured.

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