The country of Iraq has wanted their freedom from American occupation since they arrived in 2003. However,many begin to question the stability of the Iraqi government. The constant chaos through the nation suggest that without the American troops the country would resort back to its violent ways. Mohammed Qasim Abed, governor of Anbar Province in Iraq, stated "Iraq is just not ready, and it's necessary for the Americans to stay to prevent Iran from overrunning thecountry and helping to prevent violence. But we know 3,000 troops will not be enough". Iraqi's fear what will happen to the nation when the soldiers depart. Originally in 2003, Iraqi people wanted the US out, and saw them as occupying the nation killing innocent people. Throughout the US troops extended stay, that opinion has changed for many. Since most remember Hussains dictatorship, they can’t shy away from reality.Manyalso agree that the soldiers are the only standing and respected power that provides stability. The Shiites are feared by both the Sunni’sand the Kurds. A differing opinion suggests that the Americans are the ones who created the problems, and aren’t staying around to fix them.
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How will Iraq change when the number of US troops dramatically decreases? This is a question that nobody seems to know the answer to, but most have formed ideas. To some, fear, chaos, and violence come to mind. Others believe it will be for the good of the nation. However all can agree that the Iraqi government has failed in protecting its citizens and providing a stable economy. Their rough past and difficult beginning to independence suggest that violence is highly likely. The Sunni-Shiite conflict suggests internal violence, and the Iraqi-Iran conflict suggest external violence. Iraq is surrounded by many unstable countries filled with social, economic and governmental unrest. Terrorism is another huge problem in Iraq that potentially could cause internal and/or external conflict. The US troops have avoided extreme violence so far, but it the dynamics of Iraq will definitely change with the withdrawal of most US troops. The Iraq citizens want to avoid any of these extreme situations, but their faith in their own country is depleted. Those with this opinion believe that they the US government involvement in necessary until they would be abele to stably function on their own. Too many examples of a failed government are close to home for them, and don't want to become in any more danger than they already are in. For some Americans, the end of war since 9/11 is relieving, however remaining terrorist threats still creates fear throughout our own nation. A stable relationship with the country of Iraq could potentially provide comfort in either place, but that relationship could be a difficult one.
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