Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Islamic State’s ‘Guerrilla Fighting Tactics’ Are Overwhelming The Iraqi Army

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Washington Times: Iraqi commanders overwhelmed by Islamic State’s ‘guerrilla fighting tactics’

Iraqi commanders say security forces are having a difficult time countering the Islamic State group’s use of guerrilla warfare.

The nation’s security forces have struggled to stem the tide of the Sunni radical terrorist group since the fall of Ramadi in May.

“They are professionals in guerrilla warfare, contrary to our forces which follow an old fighting style,” said Brig. Gen. Nasir al-Fartousi, Reuters reported Tuesday.

Update: Islamic State fight requires new tactics: Iraqi commanders -- Reuters

WNU Editor: It appears that IEDs are becoming the weapon of choice for the Islamic State .... General: ISIL Using IEDs as Guided Munitions (Defense News).

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