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We've got a lot planned for tonight's broadcast including a hard look at what's been taking place on Iraq's northern border this week. The Kurdish-controlled northern part of the country doesn't generate much in the way of headlines because it has remained stable, peaceful and prosperous while other parts of the country are engulfed by civil war. This week, however, the Turkish army has shelled positions inside Iraq, trying to hit Kurdish rebels it accuses of taking refuge on the Iraqi side of the border. The raids have set-off diplomatic alarm bells from Baghdad to Washington, and fears of an impending Turkish incursion. We've asked NBC's Jim Maceda to look at what is at stake and whether we are watching the beginning of a potential new flash point in Iraq, or just a minor side show.
We've got two different perspectives on the challenges President Bush is facing at home and abroad. NBC's Kelly O'Donnell is with the president in Rome where he met with Pope Benedict. The two have not seen eye to eye on Iraq, but today they managed to find some common round on humanitarian issues.
In Washington, John Yang looks at a series of recent disappointments for the Bush administration including the Senate's derailing of the immigration reform bill, and the decision not to wage what was expected to be a difficult fight for the re-nomination of General Peter Pace as chairman of the Joint chiefs of Staff.
We'll find out if a torn thermal blanket on the orbiting space Shuttle Atlantis is something to worry about. Erin Burnett from CNBC will drop by to talk about why the stock market had such a rough week. Then we'll strap on the dive tanks to visit what some have dubbed the "great carrier reef." It's an underwater tourist attraction courtesy of the U.S. Navy and our Mark Potter will show us how it is turning around one gulf coast community.
I hope you'll join us tonight for NBC Nightly News.
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Good Evening Again Mr.Holt, In viewing Mr.Maceda's report it does cause concern for the progress that has been made in that part of Iraq. I understand how a country would be concerned about being attacked, but to see more firing of artillery and more tanks into supposedly the most peaceful part of Iraq is disheartening for the innocent people of the area. When there is so much building and other progresses being made. Also seeing the violence in Lebanon being the worst turmoil in years with heavy shelling over the area makes one wonder if these groups will ever,ever stop the fighting. I really and truly hope so for the whole world's sake. Anyway, thank you for the broadcast Mr.Holt. As always keep Richard safe! See you on Sunday!
Lisa McNeil,Alpharetta,Georgia (Sent Jun 9, 2007 7:22:30 PM)
I was amazed at your story on Paris Hilton and her mistreatment. She was sentenced according to the laws on the books of the State of California. Holding somone accountable after they are arrested for their third offense of driving on a suspended license and breaking probation doesn't seem unfair to me. Is 23 days really going to end her life?? I'm amazed that she was even arrested. No more Hilton stays for me.
Rodney Thomas, Taylorsville, GA (Sent Jun 9, 2007 7:05:02 PM)
Good Evening Mr.Holt, It figures that the one part of Iraq that might possibly be doing well and creating prosperity for people has to be ruined by some sort of raid. Not long ago on Memorial Day on the Today Show Richard Engel did a story on Kurdistan and how they were developing offices, shops and building an airport. He talked to college students and high school students who seemed happy to be living in that part of Iraq. Why is it that whenever something good begins to happen in that region somebody or something has to come along and ruin it. I will look forward to Mr. Maceda's report this evening. I certainly hope it is not anything to worry greatly about for the near future. Looking forward to the broadcast Mr.Holt. Peace to all!
Lisa McNeil,Alpharetta,Georgia (Sent Jun 9, 2007 5:38:04 PM)
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