Operation Iraqi Freedom: Actions Needed to Facilitate the Efficient Drawdown of U. S. Forces and Equipment from Iraq

ISBN-10: 1437932495
ISBN-13: 9781437932492
Series: Operation Iraqi Freedom
Pages: 52
Language: English
Published: 2010-08
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Author: William M. Solis

Description

The drawdown from Iraq is a complex operation of significant magnitude. Established drawdown timelines dictate a reduction in forces to 50,000 troops by August 31, 2010, and a complete withdrawal of U.S. forces from Iraq by December 31, 2011. While the Dept. of Defense (DoD) has made progress toward meeting these goals, a large amount of equipment, personnel, and bases remain to be drawn down. Moreover, escalating U.S. involvement in Afghanistan may increase the pressure on DoD to efficiently execute the drawdown. This report examined: (1) the extent to which DoD has planned for the drawdown from Iraq in accordance with set timelines; and (2) factors that may impact the efficient execution of the drawdown. Includes recomm. Illus.