Politics

Hamas Leader Killed in Israeli Airstrike

Israeli jets launched an air strike that killed the military leader of the Palestinian group Hamas late Monday. The missile attack on the leader's Gaza City home, leveled five buildings and killed at least 10, according to Palestinian officials.

House Readies Republican Homeland Security Bill

A special House committee, led by House Majority Leader Dick Armey (R-Texas), neared a vote on a bill Friday that adopts most of President Bush's ideas for a new Department of Homeland Security.

Judge Rejects Guilty Plea in Moussaoui Case

Accused Sept. 11 conspirator Zacarias Moussaoui attempted to plead guilty to a revised federal indictment including charges that could carry the death penalty, but a federal judge refused to accept his plea and insisted he take a week to reconsider.

House Panel Finds Traficant Guilty of Ethics Violations

A House panel found U.S. Rep. Jim Traficant (D-Ohio) guilty of ethics violations following his criminal conviction on charges of bribery, tax evasion and fraud.

Jordan's Foreign Minister

Jordan's Foreign Minister Marwan Muasher describes an Arab initiative for peace.

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Moussaoui Plea

Accused Sept. 11 conspirator Zacarias Moussaoui swears his allegiance to Osama bin Laden and attempts to plead guilty to federal charges.

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Emerging Ally: President of Poland, Aleksander Kwasniewski

Ray Suarez interviews the President of Poland, Aleksander Kwasniewski, who is currently visiting the U.S.

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Three Reported Dead in Tel Aviv Explosions

Two explosions rocked downtown Tel Aviv Wednesday night, reportedly killing at least three and wounding some 30 people, according to police and media reports.

West Bank Attack Kills Seven

An attack on an armored bus in the West Bank killed seven and wounded at least a dozen Tuesday, when Palestinians disguised as Israeli soldiers detonated a bomb near the vehicle and then opened fired at the fleeing passengers.

President Bush Details Homeland Security Plan

President Bush unveiled his long-awaited national homeland security strategy Tuesday with a Rose Garden speech and meetings with key members of Congress.