Iraq must turn to face the Shi'a rebels

Article Abstract:

A guerrilla group, the Supreme Council for Islamic Revolution in Iraq, continues its activities inside the country. The aim of the group is to defeat the Saddam Hussein government through military action.

Military policy, Guerrilla warfare

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Iraqi tactics attempted to employ guerrilla forces

Article Abstract:

Irregular forces were more of an irritant than a real obstacle to coalition forces during Operation 'Iraqi Freedom.' Iraqi regular forces either deserted or were degraded by air attacks.

United Kingdom, United States, International Affairs, National Security, Military Exercises & Maneuvers, Military Action, Analysis, Military operations, Military maneuvers, Iraq War, 2003-

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Conflict and porous borders open up Iraq to drug traffickers

Article Abstract:

The UN Office on Drugs and Crime has noted increased drug trafficking through northern Iraq from Iran to Turkey since 2003, suggesting that traffickers may be taking advantage of the conflict and porous borders to develop new routes. Illicit drugs consumption in Iraq has increased while the country is also being used a transit point for drugs consignments en route to other countries.

Legal issues & crime, Turkey, Company legal issue, Investigations, International aspects, Drug traffic, Drug dealing

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