By Gerry J. Gilmore
American Forces Press Service
Nov. 27, 2007 - Establishing proper maintenance procedures and operations processes is as important as providing power plants, hospitals and other infrastructure in Iraq, a senior U.S. military engineer said today. The United States has contributed almost $14 billion toward Iraq's rebuilding effort, including nearly 4,000 projects designed to help improve the country's infrastructure and central services, Brig. Gen. Jeffrey J. Dorko, commanding general for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Gulf Region Division, told reporters at a Baghdad news conference.
Yet, improving the state of Iraq's infrastructure isn't only about providing "brick and mortar" items like roads, bridges, hospitals, and water treatment and electric power plants, Dorko said.
"It is every bit as important to meet the needs of the Iraqi society and the Iraqi people, as it is anywhere in the world, to focus on operations and management and maintenance sustainment policies, practices and procedures that allow those pieces of infrastructure to be effectively and efficiently used to meet the needs of the people of Iraq for years or decades or even generations to come," Dorko said.
For example, the general noted that 142 health care centers are being built for the people of Iraq, including a new children's hospital in Basra.
"We're also working with the staffs of those centers to ensure they know how to operate the equipment in the facilities and how to maintain the facilities so they're sure to function at their optimal levels for years to come," Dorko said.
Other training programs are under way for Iraqi employees who work on the country's electrical generation, transmission and distribution systems, the general pointed out.
"We're providing training for workers on operating, monitoring and maintaining what is a very complex system," Dorko said, noting Iraq's power grid capability is improving daily.
As part of these efforts, the Gulf Division is implementing a $345 million infrastructure sustainment program that instructs Iraqi employees how to provision, operate, manage and maintain their facilities over the long term, Dorko explained.
The numerous training programs underway greatly affect the Iraqi economy, Dorko pointed out, noting that more than 470 contracts totaling more than $200 million have been awarded to Iraqi business women.
More than 100 Iraqi engineers have taken online courses teaching project management skills, the proper repair of masonry and concrete and many other subjects, the general said.
"And, we've trained more than 690 employees in the Ministry of Water Resources on how to operate and maintain water treatment facilities," Dorko said.
Dorko took over the Gulf Division on Oct. 10 from outgoing commander Brig. Gen. Michael J. Walsh. Dorko is back on duty after being wounded by shrapnel from an enemy improvised explosive device Oct. 29 in northern Baghdad.
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Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Saturday, September 22, 2007
Negotiation in the New Strategic Environment: Lessons from Iraq
In stability, security, transition, and reconstruction (SSTR) operations like the U.S. mission in Iraq, negotiation is a common activity. The success or failure of the thousands of negotiations taking place daily between U.S. military officers and local civilian and military leaders in Iraq affects tactical and operational results and the U.S. military’s ability to achieve American strategic objectives. By training its leaders, especially junior ones, to negotiate effectively, the U.S. military will be better prepared to succeed in the increasingly complex operations it is conducting—in Iraq as well as the ones it will face in the new strategic environment of the 21st century. This monograph analyzes the U.S. Army’s current predeployment negotiation training and compares it with the negotiating experience of U.S. Army and Marine Corps officers deployed to Iraq. The author argues that successfully adapting to the nature of the contemporary operating environment requires changes that include increased training in negotiation. Based on interviews with U.S. officers, the author identifies three key elements of negotiation in SSTR operations and offers recommendations for U.S. soldiers to consider when negotiating with local Iraqi leaders; for U.S. military trainers to consider when reviewing their predeployment negotiation training curriculum; and for the Army and Marine Corps training and doctrine commands to consider when planning and structuring predeployment training.
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Monday, August 06, 2007
Citizens Oust Terrorists from Mosque, Help Uncover Weapons Cache
American Forces Press Service
Aug. 6, 2007 - Fed-up with violent and indiscriminate terror tactics, a group of more than 80 residents of the Adhamiyah district, on the east side of the Iraqi capital, banded together yesterday to oust suspected terrorists from a local mosque. The uprising led to a string of events over the next 12 hours that ultimately resulted in the arrest of 44 suspected terrorists and the capture of three weapons caches.
The initial takeover of the Abu Hanifa Mosque occurred at about 2 p.m., apparently triggered by news that terrorists had murdered two relatives of a prominent local sheik. As the news spread, angry residents joined the sheik to storm the mosque, long believed to be a sanctuary for terrorists operating in the area, and ousted the suspected terrorists inside from the building.
Iraqi army troops from 1st Battalion, 1st Brigade, 11th Infantry Division, responded quickly to control the situation and secure the area around the mosque. Residents led them to several individuals among those ousted from the mosque who were suspected of being involved in terrorist activities. Thirteen suspects eventually were detained.
After order was restored, the Iraqi army received a tip about a weapons cache hidden near the mosque. At about 7 p.m., Iraqi forces returned to the Abu Hanifa Mosque and uncovered a massive illegal weapons cache in an outside courtyard. The cache contained several already-assembled improvised explosive devices, dynamite, mortars, rockets, landmines, bomb-making materials, and various weapons.
Shortly after midnight, acting on information volunteered by Adhamiyah residents, Iraqi and U.S. Army forces from 3rd Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, attached to the 82nd Airborne Division's 2nd Brigade Combat Team, mounted a combined cordon-and-search operation of the Al Assaf Mosque, in the nearby Maghrib neighborhood. Iraqi soldiers entered and cleared the mosque and who took three suspects into custody.
Immediately afterward, Iraqi and U.S. forces returned to the Abu Hanifa Mosque area to investigate reports of additional weapons caches. Iraqi soldiers again entered the building to search the mosque compound and the cemetery behind it.
They discovered two more weapons caches, which contained two IEDs, 16 mortars, two hand grenades, a sniper rifle, remote detonation devices, radios and more than a dozen weapons. Twenty-eight suspects were taken into custody.
"I think this was a turning point," said Army Lt. Col. Jeff Broadwater, commander of 3rd Battalion, 7th Cavalry. "The people of Adhamiyah have made their stand, and they've showed by their actions that terrorists are not going to be able to come into their backyard and engage in violent acts any longer."
(From a Multinational Corps Iraq news release.)
Aug. 6, 2007 - Fed-up with violent and indiscriminate terror tactics, a group of more than 80 residents of the Adhamiyah district, on the east side of the Iraqi capital, banded together yesterday to oust suspected terrorists from a local mosque. The uprising led to a string of events over the next 12 hours that ultimately resulted in the arrest of 44 suspected terrorists and the capture of three weapons caches.
The initial takeover of the Abu Hanifa Mosque occurred at about 2 p.m., apparently triggered by news that terrorists had murdered two relatives of a prominent local sheik. As the news spread, angry residents joined the sheik to storm the mosque, long believed to be a sanctuary for terrorists operating in the area, and ousted the suspected terrorists inside from the building.
Iraqi army troops from 1st Battalion, 1st Brigade, 11th Infantry Division, responded quickly to control the situation and secure the area around the mosque. Residents led them to several individuals among those ousted from the mosque who were suspected of being involved in terrorist activities. Thirteen suspects eventually were detained.
After order was restored, the Iraqi army received a tip about a weapons cache hidden near the mosque. At about 7 p.m., Iraqi forces returned to the Abu Hanifa Mosque and uncovered a massive illegal weapons cache in an outside courtyard. The cache contained several already-assembled improvised explosive devices, dynamite, mortars, rockets, landmines, bomb-making materials, and various weapons.
Shortly after midnight, acting on information volunteered by Adhamiyah residents, Iraqi and U.S. Army forces from 3rd Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, attached to the 82nd Airborne Division's 2nd Brigade Combat Team, mounted a combined cordon-and-search operation of the Al Assaf Mosque, in the nearby Maghrib neighborhood. Iraqi soldiers entered and cleared the mosque and who took three suspects into custody.
Immediately afterward, Iraqi and U.S. forces returned to the Abu Hanifa Mosque area to investigate reports of additional weapons caches. Iraqi soldiers again entered the building to search the mosque compound and the cemetery behind it.
They discovered two more weapons caches, which contained two IEDs, 16 mortars, two hand grenades, a sniper rifle, remote detonation devices, radios and more than a dozen weapons. Twenty-eight suspects were taken into custody.
"I think this was a turning point," said Army Lt. Col. Jeff Broadwater, commander of 3rd Battalion, 7th Cavalry. "The people of Adhamiyah have made their stand, and they've showed by their actions that terrorists are not going to be able to come into their backyard and engage in violent acts any longer."
(From a Multinational Corps Iraq news release.)
Tribal Leaders Join Forces to Fight Terrorists in Diyala Province
By Sgt. Serena Hayden, USA
Special to American Forces Press Service
Aug. 6, 2007 - Tribal leaders in Diyala province, Iraq, have joined forces and are working together to fight terrorists in their homeland. Eighteen paramount tribal leaders representing 14 major tribes in the province swore on the Koran and signed a peace agreement last week that unifies the tribes in the battle against terrorism.
"Let's build this tent and live under it like one family – all the tribes and all the people of Diyala. You have to be one family," Ra'ad Hameed Al-Mula Jowad Al-Tamimi, governor of Diyala, told the tribal leaders during an Aug. 2 meeting at the Baqubah Government Center.
Sheikhs representing three Shia tribes, 11 Sunni tribes and 60 of Diyala's 100 sub-tribes attended the meeting, which was led by Ra'ad, Staff Maj. Gen. Abdul Kareem, commander of Iraqi security forces in Diyala province, and U.S. Army Col. David W. Sutherland, commander of coalition forces in Diyala.
After discussing tribal differences and why it is important to unite, the sheikhs signed a reconciliation agreement and swore on the Koran as a promise to uphold the agreement.
Conditions of the peace treaty include ending tribal conflicts and attacks; cooperating with the ISF; fighting al-Qaida, militia groups and other terrorist organizations; working with the security forces to eradicate corrupt members; returning displaced families to their homes; reporting and removing improvised explosive devices; and respecting all sects, religions and women's rights.
Ra'ad stressed the importance of the sheikhs in the country's efforts towards stability and security. "Problems can be solved by the sheikhs because they have great influence on their tribes," Ra'ad said, adding that the tribes are the key to success in Diyala.
"We have to consider the fact that local people are helping us. We have to work with them hand-in-hand and go forward," Ra'ad said. "If anyone is standing in our way as an obstacle, then we will have to take that obstacle away from our path."
Sutherland emphasized that taking part in the agreement and joining forces is in the best interest of the tribes and their people.
"Those tribes that do not choose to participate in the way ahead for a secure Diyala will be left behind," Sutherland said, addressing the tribal leaders. "Don't say, 'I need,' until you say, 'I've done.' Do for your families, do for your tribes, and do for Diyala."
Sheikh Mahmood Abdul-Shinba Al-Hassani said the tribal leaders "can change the hearts of the people," and said that "instead of cheering for the terrorists driving through the streets, the people will cheer for the Iraqi security forces in the streets."
Sheikh Adnan Abdul-Mehdi Al-Anbaki pointed out that the number of terrorists is relatively small. "We have to stand together and we need to kill the terrorists. We know who they are," he said.
(Army Sgt. Serena Hayden is a journalist assigned to the Multinational Division North Public Affairs Office.)
Special to American Forces Press Service
Aug. 6, 2007 - Tribal leaders in Diyala province, Iraq, have joined forces and are working together to fight terrorists in their homeland. Eighteen paramount tribal leaders representing 14 major tribes in the province swore on the Koran and signed a peace agreement last week that unifies the tribes in the battle against terrorism.
"Let's build this tent and live under it like one family – all the tribes and all the people of Diyala. You have to be one family," Ra'ad Hameed Al-Mula Jowad Al-Tamimi, governor of Diyala, told the tribal leaders during an Aug. 2 meeting at the Baqubah Government Center.
Sheikhs representing three Shia tribes, 11 Sunni tribes and 60 of Diyala's 100 sub-tribes attended the meeting, which was led by Ra'ad, Staff Maj. Gen. Abdul Kareem, commander of Iraqi security forces in Diyala province, and U.S. Army Col. David W. Sutherland, commander of coalition forces in Diyala.
After discussing tribal differences and why it is important to unite, the sheikhs signed a reconciliation agreement and swore on the Koran as a promise to uphold the agreement.
Conditions of the peace treaty include ending tribal conflicts and attacks; cooperating with the ISF; fighting al-Qaida, militia groups and other terrorist organizations; working with the security forces to eradicate corrupt members; returning displaced families to their homes; reporting and removing improvised explosive devices; and respecting all sects, religions and women's rights.
Ra'ad stressed the importance of the sheikhs in the country's efforts towards stability and security. "Problems can be solved by the sheikhs because they have great influence on their tribes," Ra'ad said, adding that the tribes are the key to success in Diyala.
"We have to consider the fact that local people are helping us. We have to work with them hand-in-hand and go forward," Ra'ad said. "If anyone is standing in our way as an obstacle, then we will have to take that obstacle away from our path."
Sutherland emphasized that taking part in the agreement and joining forces is in the best interest of the tribes and their people.
"Those tribes that do not choose to participate in the way ahead for a secure Diyala will be left behind," Sutherland said, addressing the tribal leaders. "Don't say, 'I need,' until you say, 'I've done.' Do for your families, do for your tribes, and do for Diyala."
Sheikh Mahmood Abdul-Shinba Al-Hassani said the tribal leaders "can change the hearts of the people," and said that "instead of cheering for the terrorists driving through the streets, the people will cheer for the Iraqi security forces in the streets."
Sheikh Adnan Abdul-Mehdi Al-Anbaki pointed out that the number of terrorists is relatively small. "We have to stand together and we need to kill the terrorists. We know who they are," he said.
(Army Sgt. Serena Hayden is a journalist assigned to the Multinational Division North Public Affairs Office.)
Friday, July 27, 2007
U.S., Iraqi Generals Chart Security Progress in Baghdad
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
July 26, 2007 - Security progress in Iraq is undeniable, Iraqi and American leaders in Baghdad said today. Iraqi army Lt. Gen. Abood Qanbar, commander of the Baghdad Operations Center, said sectarian violence is decreasing and his country will not slip in civil war.
U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, commander of Multinational Corps Iraq, attributed the success to three factors. The first is that the surge of coalition forces has had an impact on the situation in the capital. The surge is denying sanctuary to al Qaeda in Iraq and Shiia extremists.
"The important element to long-term effectiveness is holding these gains," Odierno said during a news conference. "The Iraqi security forces and coalition forces have made a commitment to ensure we hold these gains."
The second factor is Iraqi forces' growth in strength and capacity, the general said. "With such professional growth comes the confidence of the population," Odierno said. "Security provided by competent Iraqi security forces allows the people to go about their business of restoring economic, political and social growth of the nation."
Third is reconciliation efforts that tribal leaders and sheikhs have been engaged in. "Ultimately, reconciled groups come to understand that the political process is the best way to achieve their objectives peacefully and under the rule of law instead of through violence and fear," he said.
Abood said the number of bodies discovered by authorities has decreased by 90 percent. He added that improvised explosive devices are down 40 percent, and car bombs are down 15 percent. "Life is normal in many areas of Baghdad," Abood said through a translator. "We have noticed more stores opening after a long suspension. Work in the government offices is now organized."
The general said many projects are under way in Baghdad, and students were able to finish the school year with minimal interference of their exams.
With the return of more peaceful life, the number of Iraqis using medical facilities has jumped by 300 percent, Abood said.
"Iraqi people in some hot areas rejected the terrorist groups after they felt that the Iraqi forces can protect them," he said. "People are cooperating with the Iraqi security forces."
He said terrorists are not pleased with the unity the Iraqi people have shown. "We know that terror has no religion," he said. "It is the enemy of all the nations and all humanity."
Abood is under no illusions. Even with the progress in Baghdad, a lot of work remains, he said. "We have to face sectarianism, and all the people must support the operations," he said.
Odierno congratulated the Iraqi soccer team for its victory over South Korea in the Asian Games. "As hard-working men from many different and diverse backgrounds, they represent what is best about this nation," the general said. "I wish them the best of luck against Saudi Arabia, and I hope they can take home the Asian Cup for the first time in history this Sunday."
Following the soccer team's victory, extremists launched an attack on Iraqis celebrating the win. "These cruel acts of terrorism like this have gone on far too long," Odierno said. "Together we can put a stop to this, and we can throw these heartless zealots out of this country for good."
Operations Fahrd al Qanoon and Phantom Thunder are supporting the Iraqi government's plan to secure the Iraqi population, Odierno said. Forces are concentrating operations on ending terror inflicted on the population by al Qaeda and other illegal groups.
"Our combined forces have captured hundreds of weapons and ammunition caches, found and cleared well over 1,300 explosive devices and more than two dozen car bombs," he said. "We have captured key al Qaeda and extremists Shiia leaders."
Odierno also acknowledged the suffering of the Iraqi people and thanked them for their sacrifices. "It is my hope that we will be able to continue standing alongside you until the job is done," he said.
American Forces Press Service
July 26, 2007 - Security progress in Iraq is undeniable, Iraqi and American leaders in Baghdad said today. Iraqi army Lt. Gen. Abood Qanbar, commander of the Baghdad Operations Center, said sectarian violence is decreasing and his country will not slip in civil war.
U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, commander of Multinational Corps Iraq, attributed the success to three factors. The first is that the surge of coalition forces has had an impact on the situation in the capital. The surge is denying sanctuary to al Qaeda in Iraq and Shiia extremists.
"The important element to long-term effectiveness is holding these gains," Odierno said during a news conference. "The Iraqi security forces and coalition forces have made a commitment to ensure we hold these gains."
The second factor is Iraqi forces' growth in strength and capacity, the general said. "With such professional growth comes the confidence of the population," Odierno said. "Security provided by competent Iraqi security forces allows the people to go about their business of restoring economic, political and social growth of the nation."
Third is reconciliation efforts that tribal leaders and sheikhs have been engaged in. "Ultimately, reconciled groups come to understand that the political process is the best way to achieve their objectives peacefully and under the rule of law instead of through violence and fear," he said.
Abood said the number of bodies discovered by authorities has decreased by 90 percent. He added that improvised explosive devices are down 40 percent, and car bombs are down 15 percent. "Life is normal in many areas of Baghdad," Abood said through a translator. "We have noticed more stores opening after a long suspension. Work in the government offices is now organized."
The general said many projects are under way in Baghdad, and students were able to finish the school year with minimal interference of their exams.
With the return of more peaceful life, the number of Iraqis using medical facilities has jumped by 300 percent, Abood said.
"Iraqi people in some hot areas rejected the terrorist groups after they felt that the Iraqi forces can protect them," he said. "People are cooperating with the Iraqi security forces."
He said terrorists are not pleased with the unity the Iraqi people have shown. "We know that terror has no religion," he said. "It is the enemy of all the nations and all humanity."
Abood is under no illusions. Even with the progress in Baghdad, a lot of work remains, he said. "We have to face sectarianism, and all the people must support the operations," he said.
Odierno congratulated the Iraqi soccer team for its victory over South Korea in the Asian Games. "As hard-working men from many different and diverse backgrounds, they represent what is best about this nation," the general said. "I wish them the best of luck against Saudi Arabia, and I hope they can take home the Asian Cup for the first time in history this Sunday."
Following the soccer team's victory, extremists launched an attack on Iraqis celebrating the win. "These cruel acts of terrorism like this have gone on far too long," Odierno said. "Together we can put a stop to this, and we can throw these heartless zealots out of this country for good."
Operations Fahrd al Qanoon and Phantom Thunder are supporting the Iraqi government's plan to secure the Iraqi population, Odierno said. Forces are concentrating operations on ending terror inflicted on the population by al Qaeda and other illegal groups.
"Our combined forces have captured hundreds of weapons and ammunition caches, found and cleared well over 1,300 explosive devices and more than two dozen car bombs," he said. "We have captured key al Qaeda and extremists Shiia leaders."
Odierno also acknowledged the suffering of the Iraqi people and thanked them for their sacrifices. "It is my hope that we will be able to continue standing alongside you until the job is done," he said.
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Forces Detain Terrorists; Car Bombs Kill Iraqis
American Forces Press Service
April 24, 2007 – Coalition forces detained 10 suspected terrorists in Iraq today, and three Iraqi civilians and six police officers were killed and 49 people were injured in car bomb attacks yesterday and today, military officials reported. Coalition forces detained 10 suspected terrorists and uncovered a cache of weapons in several operations in central Iraq today.
Three coordinated coalition forces raids apprehended 10 individuals suspected of operating with al Qaeda in Iraq and facilitating foreign fighters southeast of Fallujah.
In Baghdad, coalition forces discovered a weapons cache containing rockets, mortars, terrorist propaganda and improvised explosive device-making materials. Explosive ordnance disposal teams neutralized the cache.
"We will continue to work diligently to eliminate foreign terrorists, who are killing innocent Iraqis every day and destabilizing the country," said Army Lt. Col. Christopher Garver, Multinational Force Iraq spokesman.
Elsewhere, three civilians were killed and 36 were injured after two suicide bombers detonated their vehicles in western Ramadi today.
The first attack occurred after two trucks approached the Huriyah police station. The lead vehicle exploded near the entrance at 1:18 p.m., causing a nearby house to collapse, killing three civilians and injuring 31, including five police officers.
"Two trucks came around the corner; the lead truck exploded, and the second truck sped away," an Iraqi police officer who was at the Huriyah police station said.
About 15 minutes later, two kilometers southwest of the first attack, a sedan exploded near a restaurant in the 5-Kilo district, injuring five.
Yesterday, a car bomb detonated at an Iraqi police checkpoint near Diyala's provincial council headquarters, killing six policemen on site and wounding 13 more, one of whom died later.
"This will not deter the work of the honorable and dedicated (people) to bring about security, peace and prosperity," said Diyala Gov. Raad Hameed al-Mula Jowad al-Tamimi, who said he condemns the criminal and cowardly acts by the terrorists.
Although a provincial council meeting was about to begin, the target of the attack is unknown since the vehicle detonated as the Iraqi police were directing traffic, allowing a coalition forces convoy to pass through the checkpoint unhindered.
"The provincial council, who was meeting to discuss the 2007 provincial budget, continued their meeting despite the attack," said Army Col. David W. Sutherland, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division commander and senior U.S. Army officer in Diyala. "The council members refuse to be intimidated or swayed by this attack, realizing security and stability for the people is necessary."
Iraqi army and police were on site immediately to execute emergency procedures and secure the area. Nine of the wounded Iraqi police were transferred to a coalition force medical facility for treatment. The additional police officers were transferred to Baqouba General Hospital.
"The responsiveness of the Iraqi army and police was critical in today's attack, as it prevented the death of local citizens and possibly, government officials," Sutherland said. "Their quick response shows the increasing progress of their forces and their desire to protect the people of Diyala."
(Compiled from Multinational Corps Iraq and Multinational Force Iraq news releases.)
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April 24, 2007 – Coalition forces detained 10 suspected terrorists in Iraq today, and three Iraqi civilians and six police officers were killed and 49 people were injured in car bomb attacks yesterday and today, military officials reported. Coalition forces detained 10 suspected terrorists and uncovered a cache of weapons in several operations in central Iraq today.
Three coordinated coalition forces raids apprehended 10 individuals suspected of operating with al Qaeda in Iraq and facilitating foreign fighters southeast of Fallujah.
In Baghdad, coalition forces discovered a weapons cache containing rockets, mortars, terrorist propaganda and improvised explosive device-making materials. Explosive ordnance disposal teams neutralized the cache.
"We will continue to work diligently to eliminate foreign terrorists, who are killing innocent Iraqis every day and destabilizing the country," said Army Lt. Col. Christopher Garver, Multinational Force Iraq spokesman.
Elsewhere, three civilians were killed and 36 were injured after two suicide bombers detonated their vehicles in western Ramadi today.
The first attack occurred after two trucks approached the Huriyah police station. The lead vehicle exploded near the entrance at 1:18 p.m., causing a nearby house to collapse, killing three civilians and injuring 31, including five police officers.
"Two trucks came around the corner; the lead truck exploded, and the second truck sped away," an Iraqi police officer who was at the Huriyah police station said.
About 15 minutes later, two kilometers southwest of the first attack, a sedan exploded near a restaurant in the 5-Kilo district, injuring five.
Yesterday, a car bomb detonated at an Iraqi police checkpoint near Diyala's provincial council headquarters, killing six policemen on site and wounding 13 more, one of whom died later.
"This will not deter the work of the honorable and dedicated (people) to bring about security, peace and prosperity," said Diyala Gov. Raad Hameed al-Mula Jowad al-Tamimi, who said he condemns the criminal and cowardly acts by the terrorists.
Although a provincial council meeting was about to begin, the target of the attack is unknown since the vehicle detonated as the Iraqi police were directing traffic, allowing a coalition forces convoy to pass through the checkpoint unhindered.
"The provincial council, who was meeting to discuss the 2007 provincial budget, continued their meeting despite the attack," said Army Col. David W. Sutherland, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division commander and senior U.S. Army officer in Diyala. "The council members refuse to be intimidated or swayed by this attack, realizing security and stability for the people is necessary."
Iraqi army and police were on site immediately to execute emergency procedures and secure the area. Nine of the wounded Iraqi police were transferred to a coalition force medical facility for treatment. The additional police officers were transferred to Baqouba General Hospital.
"The responsiveness of the Iraqi army and police was critical in today's attack, as it prevented the death of local citizens and possibly, government officials," Sutherland said. "Their quick response shows the increasing progress of their forces and their desire to protect the people of Diyala."
(Compiled from Multinational Corps Iraq and Multinational Force Iraq news releases.)
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Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Coalition Helps Iraq Secure Rule of Law
By Linda D. Kozaryn
American Forces Press Service
April 18, 2007 – Coalition efforts are underway to help the Iraqis in the important business of building their nation's rule of law, U.S. Army Maj. Gen. William Caldwell said today during a briefing in Baghdad "Iraq has a proud history of legal development -- a history they will need to draw upon as they emerge from the tyranny of these last forty years," said Caldwell, Multinational Force-Iraq spokesman. He noted that Hammurabi, former King of Babylon ( Iraq's name in ancient times) produced one of the first written codes of law in about 1260 B.C.
"The Iraqi security forces and coalition forces are hard at work to improve the security situation so the Iraqi people can make progress building their government and their laws," Caldwell said.
For about two months now, he said, coalition and Iraqi forces have been executing Operation Enforcing the Law.
"We have seen both inspiring progress and too much evidence that we still face many grave challenges," Caldwell said. "We have always said that securing Baghdad would not be easy. Last week, events illustrated exactly what kind of enemy the Iraqi people face.
"Murderers blew up a bridge," he said. "They attacked the cafeteria of the Iraqi Council of Representatives. They showed that as Iraq builds, they will try and destroy. They showed that they will meet unity and law with violence and attempts to divide."
Last Friday, the Iraqi Council of Representatives met and unanimously passed a resolution condemning these "vicious and senseless attacks," he said. "Their resolve is a clear illustration that people can disagree about many things, but all agree that law must stand against murder."
Coaltion officials are seeing evidence of this commitment in the streets, he noted. As Iraqi Security Forces move into joint security stations and increase their presence, they're gaining the confidence of the people. This leads to growing confidence in the "professionalization" of the Iraqi Security Forces and the belief that they can be loyal to all their people.
"This is producing greater cooperation, particularly in the form of tips," Caldwell said. "Security forces are being directed to more stockpiles of weapons and are taking more guns and bombs out of the hands of murderers."
The number of episodes of sectarian violence is down and some families are returning to their homes in flashpoint areas, he added. Signs of progress extend beyond Baghdad, Caldwell said.
A year ago, many considered Al Anbar Province lost to lawlessness, he said. "Today the people of Al Anbar are drawing lines in the sand, rejecting violence and fighting al Qaeda."
Last month, they held a security conference to coordinate their stand, he said, and this led to a strong show of support for the forces of law and order, he said.
"Recruits for the ISF in that region have increased this month from 500 in the first week to over 1,500 candidates in the second week - that's a growth of about 300 percent. Over the last two months, violent attacks are down 50 percent. The combined casualties from those attacks are down about 65 percent.
"Improvements in security, led by increasingly capable Iraqi forces and institutions, are what enable coalition forces to transfer responsibility to the Iraqis," he said, noting that earlier in the day, Maysan Province became the fourth of 18 provinces to be turned over to Iraqi control.
"Four years ago, Iraqis lived under the rule of fear," Caldwell said. "Two years ago, too many Iraqis lived under the rule of the gun. Just one year ago, 12 million Iraqis chose the rule of law. Since then many brave Iraqis have worked to develop that rule of war. Multinational Force-Iraq works every day to support their efforts."
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American Forces Press Service
April 18, 2007 – Coalition efforts are underway to help the Iraqis in the important business of building their nation's rule of law, U.S. Army Maj. Gen. William Caldwell said today during a briefing in Baghdad "Iraq has a proud history of legal development -- a history they will need to draw upon as they emerge from the tyranny of these last forty years," said Caldwell, Multinational Force-Iraq spokesman. He noted that Hammurabi, former King of Babylon ( Iraq's name in ancient times) produced one of the first written codes of law in about 1260 B.C.
"The Iraqi security forces and coalition forces are hard at work to improve the security situation so the Iraqi people can make progress building their government and their laws," Caldwell said.
For about two months now, he said, coalition and Iraqi forces have been executing Operation Enforcing the Law.
"We have seen both inspiring progress and too much evidence that we still face many grave challenges," Caldwell said. "We have always said that securing Baghdad would not be easy. Last week, events illustrated exactly what kind of enemy the Iraqi people face.
"Murderers blew up a bridge," he said. "They attacked the cafeteria of the Iraqi Council of Representatives. They showed that as Iraq builds, they will try and destroy. They showed that they will meet unity and law with violence and attempts to divide."
Last Friday, the Iraqi Council of Representatives met and unanimously passed a resolution condemning these "vicious and senseless attacks," he said. "Their resolve is a clear illustration that people can disagree about many things, but all agree that law must stand against murder."
Coaltion officials are seeing evidence of this commitment in the streets, he noted. As Iraqi Security Forces move into joint security stations and increase their presence, they're gaining the confidence of the people. This leads to growing confidence in the "professionalization" of the Iraqi Security Forces and the belief that they can be loyal to all their people.
"This is producing greater cooperation, particularly in the form of tips," Caldwell said. "Security forces are being directed to more stockpiles of weapons and are taking more guns and bombs out of the hands of murderers."
The number of episodes of sectarian violence is down and some families are returning to their homes in flashpoint areas, he added. Signs of progress extend beyond Baghdad, Caldwell said.
A year ago, many considered Al Anbar Province lost to lawlessness, he said. "Today the people of Al Anbar are drawing lines in the sand, rejecting violence and fighting al Qaeda."
Last month, they held a security conference to coordinate their stand, he said, and this led to a strong show of support for the forces of law and order, he said.
"Recruits for the ISF in that region have increased this month from 500 in the first week to over 1,500 candidates in the second week - that's a growth of about 300 percent. Over the last two months, violent attacks are down 50 percent. The combined casualties from those attacks are down about 65 percent.
"Improvements in security, led by increasingly capable Iraqi forces and institutions, are what enable coalition forces to transfer responsibility to the Iraqis," he said, noting that earlier in the day, Maysan Province became the fourth of 18 provinces to be turned over to Iraqi control.
"Four years ago, Iraqis lived under the rule of fear," Caldwell said. "Two years ago, too many Iraqis lived under the rule of the gun. Just one year ago, 12 million Iraqis chose the rule of law. Since then many brave Iraqis have worked to develop that rule of war. Multinational Force-Iraq works every day to support their efforts."
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Sunday, February 25, 2007
Paratroopers Assume Responsibility in Afghanistan
Special to American Forces Press Service
Feb. 25, 2007 – U.S. paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division assumed responsibility for five provinces in Afghanistan last week from U.S. soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division. During a Feb. 21 ceremony, the 10th Mountain's 3rd Brigade Combat Team, operating as Task Force Spartan, transferred authority for Paktika, Paktya, Logar, Ghazni and Khost provinces to the 82nd Airborne's 4th Brigade Combat Team, operating as Task Force Fury.
The Task Force Spartan soldiers were extended four months beyond their scheduled redeployment and retain responsibility of the northeastern provinces of Regional Command - East. Along with supporting elements, they will continue to administer Nangarhar, Kunar, Laghman and Nuristan Provinces from their new headquarters in Jalalabad.
During the ceremony, U.S. Army Col. Martin Schweitzer, commander of Task Force Fury, praised the Spartans for the progress made in Afghanistan during their tenure.
"The Spartans set the bar for professionalism, integration of Afghan units and represented America with distinction," Schweitzer said. "We will do our best to continue along the path you have set."
U.S. Army Col. John Nicholson, commander, TF Spartan, delivered a message of allied determination and encouragement to the Afghan people.
"Together with the Afghan National Security Forces, and our two brigades, we will defeat the enemy," said Nicholson. "America is sending you its finest Soldiers to fight alongside you."
Schweitzer said his primary goal would be to build on the already dramatic progress achieved by Afghan forces and further the reach of the Afghan government.
Soldiers will integrate Afghan security agencies into their daily operations, allowing for the evolution of those security agencies.
"By doubling the combat formation we will be able to help that significantly," Schweitzer said.
Afghans attending the ceremony said farewell to Task Force Spartan leaders, welcomed incoming Task Force Fury personnel and thanked both brigades for their continued efforts in Afghanistan.
"In the past five years in Afghanistan, and in particular Khost, a lot has been accomplished because of the people and our friends, especially those of America," said Khost Province Governor Arsala Jamal.
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Feb. 25, 2007 – U.S. paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division assumed responsibility for five provinces in Afghanistan last week from U.S. soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division. During a Feb. 21 ceremony, the 10th Mountain's 3rd Brigade Combat Team, operating as Task Force Spartan, transferred authority for Paktika, Paktya, Logar, Ghazni and Khost provinces to the 82nd Airborne's 4th Brigade Combat Team, operating as Task Force Fury.
The Task Force Spartan soldiers were extended four months beyond their scheduled redeployment and retain responsibility of the northeastern provinces of Regional Command - East. Along with supporting elements, they will continue to administer Nangarhar, Kunar, Laghman and Nuristan Provinces from their new headquarters in Jalalabad.
During the ceremony, U.S. Army Col. Martin Schweitzer, commander of Task Force Fury, praised the Spartans for the progress made in Afghanistan during their tenure.
"The Spartans set the bar for professionalism, integration of Afghan units and represented America with distinction," Schweitzer said. "We will do our best to continue along the path you have set."
U.S. Army Col. John Nicholson, commander, TF Spartan, delivered a message of allied determination and encouragement to the Afghan people.
"Together with the Afghan National Security Forces, and our two brigades, we will defeat the enemy," said Nicholson. "America is sending you its finest Soldiers to fight alongside you."
Schweitzer said his primary goal would be to build on the already dramatic progress achieved by Afghan forces and further the reach of the Afghan government.
Soldiers will integrate Afghan security agencies into their daily operations, allowing for the evolution of those security agencies.
"By doubling the combat formation we will be able to help that significantly," Schweitzer said.
Afghans attending the ceremony said farewell to Task Force Spartan leaders, welcomed incoming Task Force Fury personnel and thanked both brigades for their continued efforts in Afghanistan.
"In the past five years in Afghanistan, and in particular Khost, a lot has been accomplished because of the people and our friends, especially those of America," said Khost Province Governor Arsala Jamal.
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Thursday, February 22, 2007
No Serious Injuries in Helo Crash; Troops Kill, Detain Terrorists
American Forces Press Service
Feb. 21, 2007 – No one was seriously injured when a U.S. Army UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter went down near Baghdad today, military officials reported. Meanwhile, coalition forces killed seven terrorists and detained 13 others, and local citizens and Iraqi police denied an al Qaeda convoy entry into a village over the last two days in Iraq. The helicopter went down today north of Baghdad while conducting operations. No serious injuries or fatalities occurred. Nine military personnel were on board, and all were evacuated successfully, officials said.
The cause of the incident is under investigation.
In other developments, coalition forces killed seven terrorists and detained 13 others while performing raids today targeting al Qaeda terrorists and those supporting foreign fighters and car-bomb cells.
Intelligence reports indicated terrorists involved in foreign fighter facilitation and the manufacturing of car bombs were operating in Ramadi, Fallujah and Baqubah, officials said.
Coalition forces in an area northwest of Ramadi targeted a building believed to house terrorists involved with foreign fighter activities. Ground forces killed two armed terrorists who confronted them and refused to surrender..
Meanwhile, four more terrorists were attempting to flee the area. Coalition forces saw they were armed with AK-47s, hand grenades and vests containing magazines. After multiple failed attempts to get the terrorists to surrender, coalition forces killed the four terrorists.
Ground forces detained seven suspected terrorists at the site and destroyed the weapons and grenades. Also on the scene were 13 women and 26 children, none of whom were harmed during the raid.
During a raid south of Baqubah, three individuals fled the scene as coalition forces arrived. One individual was detained without incident; however, another individual lunged at ground forces.
Ground forces used what officials called "proper self-defense measures" and killed the terrorist. The third individual crossed the river and escaped. While investigating the scene, coalition forces discovered AK-47s, magazines, body armor and a suicide vest.
Coalition forces targeting terrorists involved with a foreign fighter facilitator network in Fallujah detained four suspected terrorists without incident.
Elsewhere, local citizens and Iraqi police denied an al Qaeda in Iraq convoy entry into Jumaylah, 60 kilometers west of Baghdad, yesterday, firing on the convoy and detonating a suicide truck bomb that injured one Iraqi police officer, one civilian and the bomber.
U.S. Army soldiers from the 3rd Battalion, 509th Infantry (Airborne), responded to the attack, where Iraqi police were already on the scene.
An Iraqi officer reported that terrorists seeking a safe haven within the town near Karmah had been threatening the citizens over the past several months. The citizens responded by forming a checkpoint within the town to deny al Qaeda any sanctuary.
At about 4 a.m., an Iraqi police officer attempted to stop a seven-vehicle convoy from entering the town. When the convoy continued, local civilians manning the checkpoint opened fire and one vehicle equipped as a car bomb exploded.
The injured Iraqi officer was medically evacuated to a coalition hospital. The civilian injured in the attack suffered minor injuries and was treated on the scene by coalition forces.
The driver of the vehicle used as a car bomb survived the incident and was transported by coalition forces to the Joint Coordination Center in Fallujah for questioning, where he was later identified as a Syrian national. Iraqi security forces and coalition forces are attempting to locate the remaining insurgents involved in the incident.
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Feb. 21, 2007 – No one was seriously injured when a U.S. Army UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter went down near Baghdad today, military officials reported. Meanwhile, coalition forces killed seven terrorists and detained 13 others, and local citizens and Iraqi police denied an al Qaeda convoy entry into a village over the last two days in Iraq. The helicopter went down today north of Baghdad while conducting operations. No serious injuries or fatalities occurred. Nine military personnel were on board, and all were evacuated successfully, officials said.
The cause of the incident is under investigation.
In other developments, coalition forces killed seven terrorists and detained 13 others while performing raids today targeting al Qaeda terrorists and those supporting foreign fighters and car-bomb cells.
Intelligence reports indicated terrorists involved in foreign fighter facilitation and the manufacturing of car bombs were operating in Ramadi, Fallujah and Baqubah, officials said.
Coalition forces in an area northwest of Ramadi targeted a building believed to house terrorists involved with foreign fighter activities. Ground forces killed two armed terrorists who confronted them and refused to surrender..
Meanwhile, four more terrorists were attempting to flee the area. Coalition forces saw they were armed with AK-47s, hand grenades and vests containing magazines. After multiple failed attempts to get the terrorists to surrender, coalition forces killed the four terrorists.
Ground forces detained seven suspected terrorists at the site and destroyed the weapons and grenades. Also on the scene were 13 women and 26 children, none of whom were harmed during the raid.
During a raid south of Baqubah, three individuals fled the scene as coalition forces arrived. One individual was detained without incident; however, another individual lunged at ground forces.
Ground forces used what officials called "proper self-defense measures" and killed the terrorist. The third individual crossed the river and escaped. While investigating the scene, coalition forces discovered AK-47s, magazines, body armor and a suicide vest.
Coalition forces targeting terrorists involved with a foreign fighter facilitator network in Fallujah detained four suspected terrorists without incident.
Elsewhere, local citizens and Iraqi police denied an al Qaeda in Iraq convoy entry into Jumaylah, 60 kilometers west of Baghdad, yesterday, firing on the convoy and detonating a suicide truck bomb that injured one Iraqi police officer, one civilian and the bomber.
U.S. Army soldiers from the 3rd Battalion, 509th Infantry (Airborne), responded to the attack, where Iraqi police were already on the scene.
An Iraqi officer reported that terrorists seeking a safe haven within the town near Karmah had been threatening the citizens over the past several months. The citizens responded by forming a checkpoint within the town to deny al Qaeda any sanctuary.
At about 4 a.m., an Iraqi police officer attempted to stop a seven-vehicle convoy from entering the town. When the convoy continued, local civilians manning the checkpoint opened fire and one vehicle equipped as a car bomb exploded.
The injured Iraqi officer was medically evacuated to a coalition hospital. The civilian injured in the attack suffered minor injuries and was treated on the scene by coalition forces.
The driver of the vehicle used as a car bomb survived the incident and was transported by coalition forces to the Joint Coordination Center in Fallujah for questioning, where he was later identified as a Syrian national. Iraqi security forces and coalition forces are attempting to locate the remaining insurgents involved in the incident.
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Tuesday, January 23, 2007
100 Terrorists Killed, 50 Detained in Operation Turki Bowl
By John J. Kruzel
American Forces Press Service
Jan. 23, 2007 – U.S. and Iraqi forces killed 100 terrorists, detained 50, and dismantled a large terrorist group in January during Operation Turki Bowl, the senior U.S. Army officer in Iraq's Diyala province said yesterday. The operation, conducted from Jan. 4 to 13, occurred south of Balad Ruz in the Turki Village, Tuwilla and 30 Tamuz areas of the province. During the operation, U.S. Army and Iraqi soldiers isolated and defeated a terrorist group known as "The Council," Col. David W. Sutherland, commander of 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, told reporters via satellite connection from a news conference in Iraq.
"The group, made up of former Baath Regime members, al Qaeda and Sunni extremists, refused to participate in any political dialogue and preferred attacking innocent civilians in the Diyala province," Sutherland said.
The council killed as many as 39 civilians in one kidnapping and mass murder in November, he added.
"The fear of the people and the weapons used by these individuals are used to attack the core of Iraqi values and beliefs," Sutherland said. "They are interested in preventing individual human rights and freedoms that the people of this region want so much."
Leading up to the large-scale operation, coalition forces discovered a large weapons cache in November in the area, resulting in "major combat operations with several large organizations" of terrorists, Sutherland said.
"Upon defeating them, we intentionally moved back to our base of operations so that we could exploit the intelligence that we would ... gather over the next several months," he said.
While developing plans for Operation Turki Bowl, U.S. military leaders, with the 5th Iraqi Army Division, studied the enemy's early warning systems, their actions, and "how they reacted to our initial contact with them," Sutherland said.
Coalition forces conducted smaller-scale raids in the area prior to Operation Turki Bowl, to give civilians a perceived safe-haven and encourage their cooperation with troops, he said. Through tips and phone calls to coalition forces, civilians provided invaluable information about the enemy, Sutherland added.
"What we wanted to do was isolate (terrorists) from the population so they could not blend in," Sutherland said. "It (was) a counterinsurgency operation, but the difference is we were able separate the terrorists from the people they were living off of.
"Since I've been here, we have not conducted an operation where we have been able to bring to bear against a group of this size that was willing to fight us out in the open," Sutherland said.
In addition to defeating the council, troops found 25 weapons caches containing more than 1,150 Katusha rockets and 1,000 rocket-propelled grenades, 170 anti-tank missiles, anti-tank mines, small- and heavy-arms ammunition and sensitive terrorist documents.
Soldiers are now focused on interacting with the local populous and reinforcing the security and stability of the region, according to a Multinational Force Iraq news release. The Iraqi army will maintain a permanent presence, while coalition forces are focusing on reconstructing roads, essential services and other basic services to help the people of Turki, the release stated.
"This operation clearly was a significant tactical success for (coalition forces), (Iraq army), and most importantly, the citizens of Turki and surrounding areas," Sutherland said. "The long-term affects we hope to achieve are stability for economic growth, increased political action for all parties and self-reliance for the Iraqi government and security forces."
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American Forces Press Service
Jan. 23, 2007 – U.S. and Iraqi forces killed 100 terrorists, detained 50, and dismantled a large terrorist group in January during Operation Turki Bowl, the senior U.S. Army officer in Iraq's Diyala province said yesterday. The operation, conducted from Jan. 4 to 13, occurred south of Balad Ruz in the Turki Village, Tuwilla and 30 Tamuz areas of the province. During the operation, U.S. Army and Iraqi soldiers isolated and defeated a terrorist group known as "The Council," Col. David W. Sutherland, commander of 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, told reporters via satellite connection from a news conference in Iraq.
"The group, made up of former Baath Regime members, al Qaeda and Sunni extremists, refused to participate in any political dialogue and preferred attacking innocent civilians in the Diyala province," Sutherland said.
The council killed as many as 39 civilians in one kidnapping and mass murder in November, he added.
"The fear of the people and the weapons used by these individuals are used to attack the core of Iraqi values and beliefs," Sutherland said. "They are interested in preventing individual human rights and freedoms that the people of this region want so much."
Leading up to the large-scale operation, coalition forces discovered a large weapons cache in November in the area, resulting in "major combat operations with several large organizations" of terrorists, Sutherland said.
"Upon defeating them, we intentionally moved back to our base of operations so that we could exploit the intelligence that we would ... gather over the next several months," he said.
While developing plans for Operation Turki Bowl, U.S. military leaders, with the 5th Iraqi Army Division, studied the enemy's early warning systems, their actions, and "how they reacted to our initial contact with them," Sutherland said.
Coalition forces conducted smaller-scale raids in the area prior to Operation Turki Bowl, to give civilians a perceived safe-haven and encourage their cooperation with troops, he said. Through tips and phone calls to coalition forces, civilians provided invaluable information about the enemy, Sutherland added.
"What we wanted to do was isolate (terrorists) from the population so they could not blend in," Sutherland said. "It (was) a counterinsurgency operation, but the difference is we were able separate the terrorists from the people they were living off of.
"Since I've been here, we have not conducted an operation where we have been able to bring to bear against a group of this size that was willing to fight us out in the open," Sutherland said.
In addition to defeating the council, troops found 25 weapons caches containing more than 1,150 Katusha rockets and 1,000 rocket-propelled grenades, 170 anti-tank missiles, anti-tank mines, small- and heavy-arms ammunition and sensitive terrorist documents.
Soldiers are now focused on interacting with the local populous and reinforcing the security and stability of the region, according to a Multinational Force Iraq news release. The Iraqi army will maintain a permanent presence, while coalition forces are focusing on reconstructing roads, essential services and other basic services to help the people of Turki, the release stated.
"This operation clearly was a significant tactical success for (coalition forces), (Iraq army), and most importantly, the citizens of Turki and surrounding areas," Sutherland said. "The long-term affects we hope to achieve are stability for economic growth, increased political action for all parties and self-reliance for the Iraqi government and security forces."
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Monday, January 15, 2007
Ceremony Held for Iraqi Police Graduates
American Forces Press Service
On Jan. 13, a ceremony was held in recognition of Ramadi Iraqi police graduates. A total of 58 Iraqi police officers graduated from their weeklong advanced training course at the Ramadi Training Center.
Iraqi police officers train at the center after completing a five-week basic training course at the Jordan International Police Training Center, said U.S. Army Capt. Stewart H. McFall, the officer in charge of the RTC.
While in Jordan, the Iraqis learn basic skills in police work, McFall said. Upon completion, they return to their assigned Iraqi police station and begin working with police transition teams and Iraqi police liaison officers until there is an opening for advanced training at the RTC.
There has been a recent surge in qualified police candidates in Ramadi, with more than 1,000 applicants this month, McFall said.
RTC students completed intensive training which includes, detainee operations, cordon searches, dismounted patrols, building searches, traffic control point operations, and reflexive fire training, McFall said.
"I'm living the good life now because it's harder for the terrorists to do their job against the U.S. forces, Iraqi police, and Iraqi army combined," one graduate said through a translator. "Now that I work as an IP, my family feels much safer ... I'm ready to go to the streets to do my job here and help the Iraqi people."
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On Jan. 13, a ceremony was held in recognition of Ramadi Iraqi police graduates. A total of 58 Iraqi police officers graduated from their weeklong advanced training course at the Ramadi Training Center.
Iraqi police officers train at the center after completing a five-week basic training course at the Jordan International Police Training Center, said U.S. Army Capt. Stewart H. McFall, the officer in charge of the RTC.
While in Jordan, the Iraqis learn basic skills in police work, McFall said. Upon completion, they return to their assigned Iraqi police station and begin working with police transition teams and Iraqi police liaison officers until there is an opening for advanced training at the RTC.
There has been a recent surge in qualified police candidates in Ramadi, with more than 1,000 applicants this month, McFall said.
RTC students completed intensive training which includes, detainee operations, cordon searches, dismounted patrols, building searches, traffic control point operations, and reflexive fire training, McFall said.
"I'm living the good life now because it's harder for the terrorists to do their job against the U.S. forces, Iraqi police, and Iraqi army combined," one graduate said through a translator. "Now that I work as an IP, my family feels much safer ... I'm ready to go to the streets to do my job here and help the Iraqi people."
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