Rockets hit 2 hotels, Oil Ministry in Baghdad

Rockets hit 2 hotels, Oil Ministry in Baghdad

BAGHDAD, Iraq - A rocket launcher left by guerrillas is seen in Baghdad on Nov. 21 after it was used to fire rockets that hit the Palestine Hotel and nearby Sheraton Hotel. (Kyodo)

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