Reviews current issues concerning the U.S.-led war to remove Iraqi President Saddam Hussein and his Ba'ath Party regime. Provides background on U.S. policy in the 1990s, including major factions opposed to Saddam Hussein, Clinton Administration policy, and the Iraq Liberation Act. Discusses Operation Iraqi Freedom and post-war governance and transition issues, including the handover of sovereignty to Iraqis, democratic reform and elections, and economic reconstruction and U.S. assistance. Examines security challenges and options concerning insurgent and sectarian violence, and outlines debate over the withdrawal of U.S. and coalition forces.
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