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Originally Posted by Xaccers

Diverting aggression against armed and well trained forces which otherwise would be directed towards civilians of another religion is one benefit, although a strange one.

And there is none of the second type of aggression right now? As I said, the Iraqis need to be equipped to deal with it themselves. No 'diversion of agression' there. Removing a sourse of aggression rather.

Originally Posted by Xaccers

The Iraqi government is still requesting the presence of foreigners.

And as far as I know the majority of Iraqis would rather see the troops leave. Does that count at all?