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2006-08-29 Iraq

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Posted by Glenmore 2006-08-29 08:08|| || Front Page|| [4 views since 2007-05-07] Top

#1 Although many kidnappings are motivated by sectarian tensions in the area, it is unlikely this particular incident falls into that category, Winski said.

Lots of hints dropped.

Posted by trailing wife 2006-08-29 11:51|| 2006-08-29 11:51|| Front Page Top

#2 Especially given that the two were respectively a Shia & a Sunni. That itself is kind of peculiar, if they're members of the underground economy. As S.M. Stirling loves to point out, the multi-ethnic gang is a creature rarely encountered outside of a movie theatre.

Posted by Mitch H.">Mitch H. 2006-08-29 12:59|| http://blogfonte.blogspot.com/]">[http://blogfonte.blogspot.com/] 2006-08-29 12:59|| Front Page Top

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