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U.S. disaster elicits worldwide sympathy, shock
Updated: 8:42 p.m. ET Aug. 31, 2005
Islamic extremists rejoiced in America’s misfortune, giving the storm a military rank and declaring in Internet chatter that “Private” Katrina had joined the global jihad, or holy war. With “God’s help,” they declared, oil prices would hit $100 a barrel this year.
Venezuela’s government, which has had tense relations with Washington, offered humanitarian aid and fuel if requested.
