A recent report by the Department of Defense, entitled "Measuring Stability and Security in Iraq" paints a picture of progress while acknowledging that there is still some distance to go before reaching President Obama's goal of

"an Iraq that is
sovereign, stable, and self-reliant; an Iraq with
a just, representative, and accountable
government; neither a safe haven for, nor
sponsor of, terrorism; integrated into the global
economy; and a long-term partner contributing
to regional peace and security."

The report has quite a bit to say and is certainly worth reading.  Highlights include a statement that the U.S. forces are on track to cease combat and counterinsurgency (COIN) operations by August 2010 and that all troops will be "redeployed" by December 31, 2011.
See the entire report here.

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