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February 17, 2009
US general stresses need for time
By Sheila Samples
Iraq needs almost three years to prepare its security forces for a sustained fight against insurgents, according to a senior US general in the country. Lieutenant General Frank Helmick’s assessment underscored commanders’ concerns about Barack Obama’s plans for withdrawal.
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Iraq needs almost three years to prepare its security forces for a sustained fight against insurgents, according to a senior US general in the country. Lieutenant General Frank Helmick’s assessment underscored commanders’ concerns about Barack Obama’s plans for withdrawal.Sheila Samples is an Oklahoma writer and a former civilian US Army Public Information Officer. She is a Managing Editor for OpEd News, and a regular contributor for a variety of Internet sites.