Tuesday, August 29, 2006

Transitioning for the long-haul

Tuesday, 29 August 2006
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON — Coalition training teams with Iraqi military units, police battalions and border guard units are making a tremendous difference in the performance and professionalism of the Iraqi security forces, said the commander of the Iraq Assistance Group on Monday.
Army Brig. Gen. Dana Pittard told the Pentagon press corps in a video teleconference from Iraq that Iraqi forces are well-equipped, but require help in sustainment. [keep reading]

Category: (Military) Press Release.