The report into the shooting of Italian journalist Giuliana Sgrena by U.S. troops in Iraq has now been released.

An excerpt from the BBC story:

DIFFERING ACCOUNTS US military: Car approaches checkpoint at high speed Troops attempt to tell driver to stop with arm signals, lights and warning shots Soldiers shoot into engine Italian government: Italy makes all necessary contacts with the US for safe passage The driver stops immediately when a light flashes 10m away At the same time, shots are fired into car for 10-15 seconds Accounts in full Profile: Nicola Calipari Full text: US-Italy statement

The joint statement released on Friday said: "Investigators did not arrive at shared final conclusions even though, after examining jointly the evidence, they did agree on facts, findings and recommendations on numerous issues."

It added that, despite differences over the conclusion: "Italy and United States are strong allies and enjoy a close and vibrant friendship, based on shared values and ideals."

The US military said the car in which Mr Calipari (Nicola, an Italian intelligence agent killed in the incident) and Ms Sgrena were travelling was speeding as it approached a temporary checkpoint and failed to heed warning signals to stop.

Ms Sgrena, who was hurt in the shooting, said the car had not been speeding and that there had been no warning before the troops opened fire.