Thursday, May 19, 2011

The Iraq War Ends For Britain This Weekend

Iraqi sailors get ready for firing practice during a training session with the Royal Navy (AFP/File, Essam al-Sudani)

UK's Eight-Year Military Presence In Iraq To End On Sunday -- The Guardian

Defence secretary says departure of 170 navy training personnel will mark conclusion of Operation Telic

Britain's eight years of military commitment in Iraq will finally and formally come to an end on Sunday, when the remaining forces in the south of the country will withdraw.

The announcement to bring to an end one of the most controversial military campaigns in recent history was made on Wednesday in a statement to the Commons by the defence secretary, Liam Fox.

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More News On The UK Ending It's Eight-Year Military Presence In Iraq

British forces leaving Iraq this weekend -- UPI
Last British troops slated to leave Iraq -- Washington Post
British operation in Iraq comes to an end -- AFP
In with a bang, out with a whimper -- The Guardian

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