Tensions Mount In Iraq

It is not the intent of the Oracle to throw a wet blanket over your Christmas*, I beg your pardon, holiday activities. But this is the news you need to know (Editor's Note: for added effect, that sentence must be read dripping with drama).

We were fortunate enough to obtain this video proving that Saddam loyalists are still on the prowl in and around the town of Tikrit. This video was filmed at an undisclosed location about 140 km northwest of Baghdad. Obviously, the film was smuggled out of Iraq, but there is no word on the fate of the reporter.

The Oracle wishes her a safe return home in time for Christmas - dammit, I mean the holiday.

*The Chamber of Commerce and the RNC have suspended use of the word "Christmas" this year.

Thanks to Moe for that update.