The Withdrawal: A Great Deal for Obama - Nothing For Iraq -- Bernhard Zand, Spiegel Online
On May 1, 2003, US President George W. Bush announced the end of combat operations in Iraq. This month, President Barack Obama will end the fight for a second time. But who won? Certainly not the Iraqis.
It started with an ultimatum, with the arrogance of a man who not only commanded the world's largest military force, but also appeared to hold sway over time. "Saddam Hussein and his sons must leave Iraq within 48 hours," George W. Bush ordered on the evening of March 17, 2003. "Their refusal to do so will result in military conflict commenced at a time of our choosing." This was in total disregard of the United Nations, whose Security Council has the sole legitimate authority to declare such a war. And for those allies who refused to take part, the US president had nothing but disdain.
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Commentaries, Opinions, And Editorials
Our view on Iraq endgame: Departure of combat forces brings new challenge in Iraq -- USA
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US looks to Iraq strategy for Afghanistan -- AFP
Mission Accomplished? -- Los Angeles Times editorial
5 Myths About Leaving Iraq -- Washington Post commentary
Opposing view on Iraq endgame: U.S. deadline improved Iraq -- USA Today commentary
Will Iraq Be Obama's South Vietnam? -- Rich Lowry, Real Clear World
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US looks to Iraq strategy for Afghanistan -- Yahoo News/AFP
The 72-Hour Expert: Everything you always wanted to know about Afghanistan. -- P.J. O'Rouke, Weekly Standard
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