UNITED STATES: Iraq military tactics carry risks

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  • Counter-insurgency tactics
  • Tactical frustration
  • US casualties
  • Iraqi forces killed
  • Deadly guerrillas
  • Human rights complaints
  • 'Ink-spot' strategy
  • Insufficient troops
  • Signs of progress?
  • Price of increased reliance
  • Abuses
  • Sectarian tensions
  • Military dilemma

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