Policy Brief: Extending the U.S. Military Role in Iraq
May 25, 2011![](https://understandingwar.org/sites/default/files/styles/thumb-wide/public/pol_brief.jpg?itok=508Aqchf)
The Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) requires the U.S. military to completely withdraw from Iraq no later than December 31, 211. Yet, Iraq is failing to maintain internal security.
The Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) requires the U.S. military to completely withdraw from Iraq no later than December 31, 211. Yet, Iraq is failing to maintain internal security.
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