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Tal Afar citizens stand up against terrorism

Sep- 7-2005 » Filed Under: TF Freedom

(TFF Press Release)

TAL AFAR, IRAQ (September 7, 2005) – Citizens of Tal Afar held a peaceful demonstration Monday to show their courage as they denounced terrorism and voiced support for Iraqi Security Forces backed by Coalition Forces. Government officials also voiced their opposition to the negative affects the terrorists are having on peace and security in the area.

“Today’s demonstration was another example of how the citizens of this community are making a difference against terrorism and understanding the importance of an effective security force in their city,” said Capt. David Olson, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, Headquarters and Headquarters Troop Commander.

“God willing, we will clear this city from terrorists and help those families who had to depart to return to their homes, begin the relief, rebuild, then compensate them. I ask all the people of Tal Afar to help the police and the army by standing by them and informing them of terrorist hideouts. Participation with security forces will help to protect the city from terrorists. Thank you very much,” the governor of Ninawah Province said in his address to the people of Tal Afar.

Iraqi Security Forces backed by coalition forces have killed or captured almost 200 terrorists in the past week while conducting operations in Tal Afar. Security forces responded quickly and decisively to terrorists’ actions aimed at disrupting and intimidating the citizens of Tal Afar. During the past week alone, terrorists have fired at citizens and security forces from Mosques, subjected them to sniper fire, booby trapped a building and conducted a suicide bombing, along with numerous other unprovoked attacks.

The security forces continue on the offensive to suppress these types of terror operations. Coordinated efforts of Iraqi Security Forces and Multi-National Forces from Task Force Freedom are leading to the arrest of terrorists and criminals responsible for attacks against innocent Iraqi citizens.

Anyone with information on anti-Iraqi insurgent activities should call the Joint Coordination Center’s telephone numbers at 513462 or 07701623300.


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