Wednesday, May 20, 2015

What Are Islamic State's Strategy And Tactics In Iraq? (Video)



Inside Story/Al Jazeera: ISIL's tactics in Iraq

Recent major territorial gains by ISIL are making many players very nervous

The capture of Ramadi by fighters from the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) group is being seen as a significant setback for the government.

Ramadi is the capital of the vast desert province of Anbar, where ISIL is seeking to consolidate its gains.

Iraqi government leaders are pledging to recapture Ramadi with the help of Shia units.

But how? And what is ISIL's military strategy?


WNU Editor: This is a sobering Al Jazeera video report/analysis/and discussion on the recent military gains by the Islamic State.

1 comment:

Bob Huntley said...

The strategy? As hockey great Bobby Clark once said about his ability to win face offs most of the time. "You have to want it more than the other guy."