And so it begins. Although the Pentagon is currently denying the report from Kuwaiti security sources that US troops (originally massed on the border according to CNN) have passed into the demilitarised zone straddling the Kuwait-Iraq border, sporadic reports of fighting are apparent, especially in indy media.

It doesn't have to be this way! Bring the Soldiers home! Allow the Diplomatic Process it's due!

Read Mr Bush's letter to Congress, sent today.