If the Iraqi and US Military can secure a city of 200,000 with 1,500 troops then it's more than just a very little. They normally don't kick in doors unless it's something they're after. It may just be one or two very high level targets but if it takes 1,500 troops to get them then to me it's worth it.
I am just quoting what ABC News has up on its headlines at its site that a senior military official told ABC.