American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2008 - Coalition forces in Iraq detained nine suspected terrorists, including two alleged al-Qaida in Iraq leaders, and found an improvised explosive device during operations in Baghdad and the Hamrin Mountains region of Diyala province today, military officials reported.
A suspected terrorist leader who reportedly just returned to Iraq after trying to escape arrest during a trip to Syria was captured in Baghdad. The man is believed to be a regional al-Qaida in Iraq leader who orchestrates assassinations of Iraqis and allegedly moves foreign terrorists into Iraq to conduct attacks, officials said.
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Friday, August 29, 2008
Rejuvenated Iraqi National Police Now 'Force of Choice' General Says
By Gerry J. Gilmore | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2008 - The Iraqi National Police once owned an unenviable reputation for unreliability, but that has all changed, a senior U.S. military officer posted in Iraq said today.
"The National Police, a force that had an unacceptable reputation and performance less than 15 months ago, is now the Iraq police force of choice," Army Lt. Gen. Frank Helmick told reporters at a Baghdad news conference. Helmick commands Multinational Security Transition Command Iraq, which, through its NATO component, trains Iraqi police and soldiers.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2008 - The Iraqi National Police once owned an unenviable reputation for unreliability, but that has all changed, a senior U.S. military officer posted in Iraq said today.
"The National Police, a force that had an unacceptable reputation and performance less than 15 months ago, is now the Iraq police force of choice," Army Lt. Gen. Frank Helmick told reporters at a Baghdad news conference. Helmick commands Multinational Security Transition Command Iraq, which, through its NATO component, trains Iraqi police and soldiers.
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Thursday, August 28, 2008
US coalition: 100 militants killed in Afghanistan
August 28 | By JASON STRAZIUSO
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) - A four-day battle that began with an ambush on a joint U.S-Afghan patrol in southern Afghanistan has killed more than 100 militants, the coalition said Thursday.
Militants wielding rocket-propelled grenades, guns and mortars attacked the joint patrol in the southern province of Helmand multiple times starting Monday, the coalition said. The combined force called in fighter aircraft for support.
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KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) - A four-day battle that began with an ambush on a joint U.S-Afghan patrol in southern Afghanistan has killed more than 100 militants, the coalition said Thursday.
Militants wielding rocket-propelled grenades, guns and mortars attacked the joint patrol in the southern province of Helmand multiple times starting Monday, the coalition said. The combined force called in fighter aircraft for support.
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Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Coalition Forces Detain, Kill Militants in Afghanistan
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27, 2008 - Coalition and Afghan security forces detained four militants and killed more than a dozen others in separate operations yesterday and Aug. 25, military officials reported.
Four militants were detained, including a targeted individual, during a coalition forces operation to disrupt militant activities in Paktika province yesterday. Coalition forces searched a compound in Barmal district, targeting a militant facilitating the movement of foreign fighters and weapons from Pakistan into Afghanistan.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 27, 2008 - Coalition and Afghan security forces detained four militants and killed more than a dozen others in separate operations yesterday and Aug. 25, military officials reported.
Four militants were detained, including a targeted individual, during a coalition forces operation to disrupt militant activities in Paktika province yesterday. Coalition forces searched a compound in Barmal district, targeting a militant facilitating the movement of foreign fighters and weapons from Pakistan into Afghanistan.
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Terrorists with Suicide Vests Killed, Cell Leader Detained
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27, 2008 - Coalition forces killed three terrorists - two of whom were wearing suicide vests - and detained six suspects, including an alleged al-Qaida in Iraq leader, during operations in Iraq's Diyala province today, military officials reported.
Coalition forces targeted regional terrorist leaders near Jalula, about 125 kilometers northeast of Baghdad. When forces arrived, several men ran from the target building and hid in nearby fields. Coalition forces repeatedly called out for the men to surrender and fired warning shots, but they refused to comply. Coalition forces found bomb-making materials and weapons in the target building, perceived hostile intent from the men and engaged them.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 27, 2008 - Coalition forces killed three terrorists - two of whom were wearing suicide vests - and detained six suspects, including an alleged al-Qaida in Iraq leader, during operations in Iraq's Diyala province today, military officials reported.
Coalition forces targeted regional terrorist leaders near Jalula, about 125 kilometers northeast of Baghdad. When forces arrived, several men ran from the target building and hid in nearby fields. Coalition forces repeatedly called out for the men to surrender and fired warning shots, but they refused to comply. Coalition forces found bomb-making materials and weapons in the target building, perceived hostile intent from the men and engaged them.
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Pool Reopening Symbolizes Return to Normalcy
By Army Sgt. Zach Mott | Special to American Forces Press Service
BEIDA, Iraq, Aug. 27, 2008 - In what was once a recruiting hotbed for terrorist and illegal militia elements in northern Baghdad, community leaders gathered to celebrate the grand reopening of a pool complex that now serves as a spot of relief for residents.
The Asafah pool complex was in such a state of disrepair that residents had long stopped patronizing the pool and squatters had taken up residence there - some even raising sheep on the pool deck. The pool hall located inside the main building had become a makeshift recruiting center for extremists.
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BEIDA, Iraq, Aug. 27, 2008 - In what was once a recruiting hotbed for terrorist and illegal militia elements in northern Baghdad, community leaders gathered to celebrate the grand reopening of a pool complex that now serves as a spot of relief for residents.
The Asafah pool complex was in such a state of disrepair that residents had long stopped patronizing the pool and squatters had taken up residence there - some even raising sheep on the pool deck. The pool hall located inside the main building had become a makeshift recruiting center for extremists.
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Coalition Captures Kataib Hezbollah Suspects, Numerous Others
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Aug. 26, 2008 - Coalition forces captured two suspected Kataib Hezbollah associates during operations this morning in Baghdad, military officials reported.
Kataib Hezbollah, also known as Hezbollah Brigades, is a terrorist group believed to receive funding, training, logistics and material support from Iran to attack Iraqi and coalition forces using what the military calls "explosively formed penetrators" – roadside bombs designed to pierce armor-hulled vehicles – and other weapons such as rocket-assisted mortars.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 26, 2008 - Coalition forces captured two suspected Kataib Hezbollah associates during operations this morning in Baghdad, military officials reported.
Kataib Hezbollah, also known as Hezbollah Brigades, is a terrorist group believed to receive funding, training, logistics and material support from Iran to attack Iraqi and coalition forces using what the military calls "explosively formed penetrators" – roadside bombs designed to pierce armor-hulled vehicles – and other weapons such as rocket-assisted mortars.
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Monday, August 11, 2008
Coalition Forces in Afghanistan Capture 3 Militants
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2008 - Coalition forces in Afghanistan captured three suspected militants yesterday during an operation designed to disrupt terrorist networks in Paktika province, military officials said.
As part of the operation, coalition troops searched compounds in Urgun district targeting a militant responsible for rocket attacks against coalition forces.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2008 - Coalition forces in Afghanistan captured three suspected militants yesterday during an operation designed to disrupt terrorist networks in Paktika province, military officials said.
As part of the operation, coalition troops searched compounds in Urgun district targeting a militant responsible for rocket attacks against coalition forces.
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Coalition Troops in Iraq Capture 9 Suspected Terrorists
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2008 - Coalition forces in Iraq captured eight suspected terrorists during a series of operations conducted in and around Baghdad and another in Mosul today, military officials said.
Coalition forces in Baghdad captured two suspects tied to al-Qaida logistics operations. Two other suspects are linked to a terrorist bombing cell that operates between Baghdad and Fallujah.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2008 - Coalition forces in Iraq captured eight suspected terrorists during a series of operations conducted in and around Baghdad and another in Mosul today, military officials said.
Coalition forces in Baghdad captured two suspects tied to al-Qaida logistics operations. Two other suspects are linked to a terrorist bombing cell that operates between Baghdad and Fallujah.
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Friday, August 1, 2008
Conditions in Iraq Improving; Results 'Mixed' in Afghanistan
By Jim Garamone | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, July 31, 2008 - While some troops will deploy to Afghanistan in the near future, large units must wait until an assessment of needs in Iraq is completed, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said today.
Gates and Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said during a news conference that the situation in Iraq has improved. "I personally believe that there is a real possibility of some additional drawdowns as we look forward," Gates said.
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WASHINGTON, July 31, 2008 - While some troops will deploy to Afghanistan in the near future, large units must wait until an assessment of needs in Iraq is completed, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said today.
Gates and Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said during a news conference that the situation in Iraq has improved. "I personally believe that there is a real possibility of some additional drawdowns as we look forward," Gates said.
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America Supports You: Web Site Gives Public Chance to Thank Troops
By Samantha L. Quigley | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, July 31, 2008 - A new Web site is giving the American public a nonpartisan opportunity to join entertainers, professional athletes and politicians in expressing gratitude to servicemembers defending the nation.
"What we wanted to do and, I think, something that we were equipped to do, was to provide a forum that is really meant to be uplifting [to servicemembers]," said Stacey Artandi, founder of "Moment of Thanks." "It's meant to say [to Americans], 'Shed your politics. Put them aside, and take a moment to be grateful for some of the things that we really cherish.'"
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WASHINGTON, July 31, 2008 - A new Web site is giving the American public a nonpartisan opportunity to join entertainers, professional athletes and politicians in expressing gratitude to servicemembers defending the nation.
"What we wanted to do and, I think, something that we were equipped to do, was to provide a forum that is really meant to be uplifting [to servicemembers]," said Stacey Artandi, founder of "Moment of Thanks." "It's meant to say [to Americans], 'Shed your politics. Put them aside, and take a moment to be grateful for some of the things that we really cherish.'"
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Coalition Forces in Iraq Capture Suspected Terrorists
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, July 31, 2008 - Coalition forces in Iraq detained 12 suspected terrorists yesterday and today, including a suspect linked to the planning of al-Qaida suicide bombings, during operations in Baghdad and in the central and northern parts of the country, military officials said.
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WASHINGTON, July 31, 2008 - Coalition forces in Iraq detained 12 suspected terrorists yesterday and today, including a suspect linked to the planning of al-Qaida suicide bombings, during operations in Baghdad and in the central and northern parts of the country, military officials said.
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Bush Cites 'Sustained Progress' in Iraq, Cuts New Deployments to 12 Months
By Gerry J. Gilmore | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, July 31, 2008 - Citing improved conditions in Iraq, President Bush announced today that soldiers deploying there from tomorrow on will serve 12-month tours of duty.
Army tours in Iraq were extended from 12 to 15 months in April 2007. Pentagon civilian and military officials have expressed the intent to cut Iraq tour lengths from 15 to 12 months for some time.
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WASHINGTON, July 31, 2008 - Citing improved conditions in Iraq, President Bush announced today that soldiers deploying there from tomorrow on will serve 12-month tours of duty.
Army tours in Iraq were extended from 12 to 15 months in April 2007. Pentagon civilian and military officials have expressed the intent to cut Iraq tour lengths from 15 to 12 months for some time.
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