Iraqi leaders welcome Obama but assert themselves

Reuters by Peter Graff | Nov. 9, 2008 (News Analysis)

The election of a U.S. president who wants to withdraw American troops from Iraq as soon as possible should surely make it harder for militants to whip up fury against the "occupiers".

For that reason at least, Barack Obama's poll victory could bring a honeymoon of sorts in Iraq.

The incoming U.S. president's plans for withdrawal from Iraq have already cheered up Washington's friends and confounded some of its foes.

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Subjects: World, U.S., Politics
Topics: Iraq, Presidential Election 2008, War in Iraq, Obama Administration, Elections
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Posted by: Posted by Fabrice Florin - Nov 9, 2008 - 10:46 AM PST
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Dennis A. Abbott
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 by Dennis A. Abbott - Nov. 9, 2008

Thorough and basically impartial analysis, well supported. But I'm puzzled by the statement, "... [Obama's 16-month] withdrawal schedule was viewed by many in both Baghdad and Washington as a risky campaign pledge. But now Iraqi leaders say it is achievable." I recall earlier agreement with that schedule and wonder if Graff forgot.

Optimism makes me suspicious. I still suspect Shi'ites mainly want us out so they can clobber Sunni opposition.

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Fabrice Florin
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 by Fabrice Florin - Nov. 9, 2008
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