Aug 30

US commander concerned over Iraq political deadlock: report 
    (AFP)
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Aug 29

Joy and tears greet US Army troops back from Iraq 
    (AFP)

AFP – Mothers cried and children squealed with delight as a company of US troops arrived back from Iraq on Saturday, after a year-long tour marked by desert heat and monotony. Read the rest of this entry »

Aug 29

US remains at forefront of Iraq's 'trigger line' 
    (AFP)

AFP – When the US army ends its Iraq combat mission this week, Captain TJ Tepley will stay on the frontline — keeping the peace at the centre of what commanders say is the country’s biggest challenge. Read the rest of this entry »

Aug 28

As US military bases close, Iraqis left behind 
    (AP)

AP – Just about every man from the village of al-Faris has worked at the nearby Taji military base. The American money and influence is seen in the new cars, the additions to houses, even the billiards hall with a guitar from an American soldier. Read the rest of this entry »

Aug 28

Returned US soldiers made 'America safer': Obama 
    (AFP)

AFP – US President Barack Obama in a YouTube message on Friday thanked US troops back from Iraq for their “dedication” and “courage” that “has made America safer.” Read the rest of this entry »

Aug 28

Most US Marines don't want gay roommates: general 
    (AFP)

AFP – The top US Marine on Tuesday said most Marines would prefer not to share a room with gay comrades, despite plans by President Barack Obama to lift a ban on gays serving openly in the military. Read the rest of this entry »

Aug 27

US soldiers back from Iraq made 'America safer': Obama 
    (AFP)

AFP – US President Barack Obama in a YouTube message on Friday thanked US troops back from Iraq for their “dedication” and “courage” that “has made America safer.” Read the rest of this entry »

Aug 27

US poised to end Iraq combat mission as bloodshed spikes 
    (AFP)

AFP – US forces are set to end their combat mission in Iraq within days despite an upsurge in deadly attacks that has raised doubts about the conflict-torn country’s ability to defend itself against insurgents. Read the rest of this entry »

Aug 27

US soldiers relieved to depart Iraq, proud of accomplishment 
    (AFP)
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Aug 26

Iraq's bric-a-brac man wary of US troop departure 
    (AFP)

AFP – While some Iraqis cannot wait for US troops to leave their country, Qahtan Karim wants them to stay for a simple reason — they provide him with a thriving business. Read the rest of this entry »

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