African leaders seek U.S. help in Liberia

Tuesday, July 1, 2003

MONROVIA, Liberia -- Pressure built Monday on the United States to contribute to a peacekeeping force in Liberia, with West African leaders asking for 2,000 U.S. troops -- and seeking a response from President Bush before his July visit to the continent.

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