I have no control over what the media reports and what is made public. The media is not in the habit of reporting anything resembling positive news out of Iraq.
The Baathists are still being treated with suspicion here and are still being actively sought. Most of the very high-ranking have been captured, but other members are still being hunted.
Re: 8 days until I'm home!
I am so happy for you. Long showers, ice...ice cream!