Keep the Militias Out of Mosul
The liberation of Ramadi in the closing days of 2015 was a rare moment of success for Iraq. It has given Iraqis an opportunity to examine what works and what doesn’t in the fight against the Islamic State. It has also generated a momentum that we should capitalize on if we truly want to expunge the jihadist group from Iraqi soil, including from the crucial city of Mosul, and take the first steps toward a meaningful reconciliation for our country.
The operation in Ramadi worked for three reasons. American airstrikes and military and intelligence advice were instrumental. The cooperation between the Iraqi Army and the local government of Anbar Province also proved effective.… Seguir leyendo »