Security Responsibility Returns to Iraqis in Wasit Province

By Army Staff Sgt. Michael J. Carden | American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29, 2008 – Complete security and governance responsibilities transferred to Iraqi officials in Wasit province today, giving Iraq's government responsibility for more than two-thirds of the country, Pentagon Press Secretary Geoff Morrell told reporters during a news conference today.

"The national and local government now has responsibility for security and governance in all of southern Iraq," Morrell said. "It is our hope that Iraqis can take charge of security for the final five provinces in the coming months."

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