It's a sign that insurgents are still intent on destabilizing Iraq as the U.S. shifts its focus to the war in Afghanistan.
The deadliest attack today was in the northern city of Tal Afar. Two coordinated suicide bomb attacks killed 38 people and injured more than 60 others. Insurgents also struck Baghdad this morning, with roadside bombs that killed 13 people and injured dozens.
Meanwhile, American forces have released five Iranian officials who were suspected of helping Shiite insurgents. U.S. officials said they believe the Iranians had helped bring about attacks on U.S.-led forces before they were detained in January of 2007. But they were turned over to the Iraqi government at the request of the Iraqis. The Iranian Embassy says it expects to receive the men.
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