Iraq steps up security after 155 killed in Sunday's bombings

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

BAGHDAD -- Iraq's government made progress on a new election law that could ease tensions and pledged tighter security Monday after suicide bombings claimed at least 155 lives, including as many as two dozen children trapped in a bus leaving a day care center.

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