Central Command News (8/4/08)

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Iraq improving; conditions 'mixed' in Afghanistan

Posted: 01 Aug 2008 02:24 AM CDT

WASHINGTON (July 31, 2008) – While some troops will deploy to Afghanistan, large units must wait until an assessment of Iraq.

South Baghdad ready for transition

Posted: 01 Aug 2008 02:19 AM CDT

CAMP STRIKER, Iraq (July 31, 2008) – U.S. Soldiers are preparing to hand over their area of operations in Southern Baghdad.

Soldier gains affection for Iraqi people

Posted: 31 Jul 2008 02:41 AM CDT

CAMP VICTORY, Iraq (July 30, 2008) – Army Staff Sgt. Frank Pflieger, the non-commissioned officer-in-charge of force protection, stood amidst a crew of smiling Iraqi faces huddled around a large worktable covered with polka-dotted gift bags and boxes full of toys.

Iraqi troops show increased self-sufficiency

Posted: 30 Jul 2008 02:52 AM CDT

CAMP VICTORY, Iraq (July 30, 2008) – Iraqi troops are showing signs that they can take care of themselves in a growing number of areas.

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