Power Consolidation in Iraq
Next week, Maliki's government will assume control of the Sons of Iraq (SoI) program in Baghdad. Many are apprehensive as to the government's plans for these local security forces.
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The Maliki Government Confronts Diyala
Sep 23, 2008 - Claire Russo
Maliki's use of military force in Diyala Province to achieve his national political agenda.
The Endgame in Iraq (The Weekly Standard)
As the baton is passed to a new commander and a new president, there is still delicate work to be done.
Challenges That Face Iraq's New Command
On Tuesday of this week, command of the Multi National Force-Iraq (MNF-I) was transferred from General David Patraeus to General Ray Odierno.
Situation Report, The Russian Crisis Update
Sep 13, 2008 - Institute for t...
Frederick W. Kagan provides his analysis of the fighting in August '08 and the geopolitical changes in its wake. The updates examine Russia’s relations with CIS members and Eastern Europe.
Resources on Troop Level Changes in Iraq
This week, President Bush announced the Iraq troop levels that will be in place at least until the end of his presidency.
Secretary Gates and Admiral Mullen Testify
Sep 11, 2008 - Institute for t...September 10, 2008 - Transcript of testimonies given by Secretary Gates and Admiral Mullen on the state of affairs in Afghanistan and Iraq.
President Bush Announces Iraq Troop Cuts
Sep 9, 2008 - Institute for t...President Bush Visits National Defense University's Distinguished Lecture Program, Discusses Global War on Terror, and announces planned troop reductions in Iraq and planned increases in Afghanistan.
Iraq Report: Special Groups Regenerate
Sep 5, 2008 - Institute for t..."The greatest threat to stability in Iraq is violence by Iranian-backed militias, known as Special Groups."
Iran Meddling Violently In Iraqi Affairs
This past week alone, Coalition Forces captured nine members of Iranian-backed Shia terror group "The League of the Righteous," during raids in Baghdad and Muthanna.