According to Russia T.V. , Rosbalt Journalsists in Iraq have reported that Two oil fires were lit by Iraq on the outskirts of Basra, on top of 17 oil facilities that were destroyed earlier in the day. In the rush to protect the oil, The americans landed straight in the middle of an Iraqi ambush. There is currently heavy fighting taking place, it is believed as many as 300 plus American troops have been killed in the ambush. Two American helicopters have been Downed by what was probably Strellar shoulder launced missilles with all crew on board dead. Russia t.v. is showing live video of the downed american helicopters.
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