Pessimism in Baghdad as Sunni offensive continues Iraqis browsing books in Motanabbi street, the historic center of Baghdad bookselling, expressed skepticism concerning the latest political developments in their country, as Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki conceded that political measures will also be needed to defeat the jihadist-led offensive that has killed nearly 1,100 people and overrun major parts of five provinces. IMAGES AND SOUNDBITES