Iraq, U.S. Differ on Prisoner Release: "The confusion over Taha's release raised the question about how much control the interim Iraqi government exerts over prisoners, security and other matters. It claims custody over all Iraqi prisoners, though the U.S. apparently disagrees. "
No one thought that prisoner release might eventually be a hostage taker's demand? No one thought to write up a protocol so that Allawi wouldn't look so utterly like the stooge he is? The level of incompetence is breathtaking.
