Iraq Says Missiles Hit Civilian Area

By Anne Garrels

Published March 26, 2003 at 12:00 AM EST

Iraqi officials say two cruise missiles struck a residential and shopping area in Baghdad, killing up to 30 people. Brig. Gen. Vincent Brooks says the Pentagon is investigating the incident. Hear NPR's Anne Garrels.

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