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ISF & MNF initiate operations in Tal Afar to eliminate terrorist threat

Sep- 8-2004 » Filed Under: 3/2 SBCT

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(TFO Press Release)

MOSUL, Iraq (Sep. 9, 2004) – In recent weeks as Multinational Forces and Iraqi Security forces moved through and around Tal Afar, they were repeatedly attacked by a large terrorist element that has displaced local Iraqi Security forces. Today, Multinational Forces and Iraqi Security forces initiated operations to eliminate this threat and to restore control of Tal Afar to legitimate Iraqi government officials.

There have been numerous attacks during the past two weeks directed against Multinational Forces, Iraqi Security forces and civilians. These attacks by terrorist groups included rocket propelled grenades, small arms fire, mortars and roadside bombs, and resulted in civilian casualties. Many Iraqi families have been forced from their homes under threat by these terrorists.

Ninevah Provincial governor, Duraid Kashmoula, has been working with sheikhs and local leaders in the area to bring about peace and stability to the city. However, attempts at a peaceful solution have failed, resulting in the courageous decision by local Iraqi leaders to initiate operations to free Tal Afar of the terrorists and to restore order.

The Ninevah Provincial Government and the Iraqi Security forces are committed to returning the city of Tal Afar to its citizens. Operations will continue in the city until the threat has been eliminated and the hard-working citizens of Tal Afar can return to their homes in safety and security.


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