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Markets, Schools, Businesses Demonstrate Peace, Prosperity in Iraqi City |
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Tuesday, 06 May 2008 |
Original Source: Armed Forces Press Service
Markets, Schools, Businesses Demonstrate Peace, Prosperity in Iraqi CityAmerican Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, May 7, 2008 – Citizens of Basra, the third-largest city in Iraq, celebrated the opening yesterday of a central market that demonstrated a return of peace and prosperity to an area that until recently was a stronghold of Shiia militias.
Iraqi children watch the grand opening ceremonies of the Jameat Market in Basra, Iraq, May 6, 2008. The children were released from school early to attend the community-building event. Royal Navy photo by Leading Airman Jannine B. Hartmann
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