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2008-01-15 Iraq

Iraq Defense Minister Sees Need For U.S. Security Help Until 2018

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Posted by Besoeker 2008-01-15 08:57|| || Front Page|| [2 views ] Top
File under: Iraqi Insurgency

#1 Conservative estimate.

They need us there, but probably in a reduced capacity after about 18 months from now. Mainly as operational trainers, specops and "tip of the spear" ops, as well as logistics support, and fire brigade.

Posted by OldSpook 2008-01-15 13:07|| 2008-01-15 13:07|| Front Page Top

#2 And as a tripwire against Iran and others.

Posted by DarthVader">DarthVader 2008-01-15 16:57|| 2008-01-15 16:57|| Front Page Top

#3 ION, NAVY TIMES/FREEREPUBLIC > US CARRIER BATTLE GROUP [Kitty Hawk] ENGAGED IN STANDOFF WITH CHINESE WARSHIPS + REPORT: KITTY HAWK CONFRONTED BY CHINESE WARSHIPS. Back on Novemebr 23rd 2007 agz shadowing Chinese destroyer and SONG-class SSK - 'Twas enuff for the KITTY to reportedly place crew + escorts on combat/attack alert.

Posted by JosephMendiola 2008-01-15 22:57|| 2008-01-15 22:57|| Front Page Top

#4 US forces will be needed in Iraq until incidents of terrorism, suicide bombings, HBIED's, etc. drastically fall & stay down for a long time. Bothering to set dates & arbitrary deadlines beyond this is silly, serving only as a sop for uninformed public (especially MSM) opinion. The "external threat" (Iran) is a separate issue & needs separate consideration.

Posted by Anguper Hupomosing9418 2008-01-15 23:03|| 2008-01-15 23:03|| Front Page Top