In the fight against a persistent insurgency, long-delayed efforts to improve coordination between Kurdish Peshmerga and federal security forces could be key.
Security
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Power struggles between factionalized security forces in northern Iraq have left security gaps that insurgents continue to exploit.
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Iraqi security forces are beginning a multi-day operation targeting a recent tide of violence in Basra province.
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Once a proud symbol of military partnership with the U.S., Iraq's F-16 fleet can no longer fly combat missions.
