BEIJING, Dec. 26 (Xinhuanet)-- More refugees from Fallujah have returned to inspect their devastated homes. It is the third day that US-led troops have allowed some residents back into the devastated city.

    Much of Fallujah remains uninhabitable. Homes are destroyed, unexploded ordinance lies about in the streets, and there's a lack of water and basic supplies. Repatriating the tens of thousands of people who fled the city before the US-led assault is seen as an important step in the attempt to restore stability in the city ahead of January 30 elections. But many of those who have returned are shocked and angry. On Thursday and Friday, more than 1,400 residents returned to their homes under the supervision of government and US forces.

    (cctv.com)