MNFI Good News From Iraq

Take notice of slide 11 especially. The number of tips from Iraqi's is growing, which is indicative of both an increase in security and a growing weariness of the terrorists' activities.

In the past, Iraqi's had been reluctant to give the tips that led us to bad guys.

But, attacks by the insurgents on their families, friends, and neighbors is a pretty strong motivator for getting rid of the insurgents. More importantly, Iraqi's must feel safe in giving the tips without fear of retribution from the insurgents. Obviously they sense a greater security, otherwise they would not be stepping forward like they are. If they have a greater sense of security, then we (coalition and Iraqi forces) must be doing an increasingly better job of providing security. Despite what you hear on TV......