Major Combat Operations in Iraq to End Again

Viva 2003!!

"Our commitment in Iraq is changing, from a military effort led by our troops to a civilian effort led by our diplomats.

Shortly after taking office, I announced our new strategy for Iraq and for a transition to full Iraqi responsibility, and I made it clear that by 31 August, 2010, America's combat mission in Iraq would end.

And that is exactly what we are doing, as promised, on schedule."

Iraq War Quick Facts

* 31 August will mark the end of Operation Iraqi Freedom
* Baghdad reports 535 dead in July
* 50,000 US troops to remain until end of 2011
* US troops scheduled to occupy 94 bases in Iraq by the end of August

But the war is over, again.  This is great news!