Posted on 06/21/2008 11:20:26 AM PDT by SandRat
BASRA – The Iraqi Army displayed its commitment to the security situation in Basra as elements of the 26th Brigade, 7th IA Division and the 50th, 51st and 52nd Brigades, 14 IA Div. conducted the fourteenth phase of Operation Charge of the Knights.
The Operation saw a number of Vehicle Check Points established by the IA with inspections carried out on every vehicle that passed through. In addition, numerous houses were searched leading to multiple detaining of suspected militants.
More than 130 rounds of 150 mm High Explosive shells were also found in the northern section of the city.
The 50th, 51st and 52nd Brigades continue to be mentored by their respective UK Military Transition Teams, which are embedded with their Iraqi counterparts offering advice and guidance on request. MiTT responsibilities are currently undertaken by the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards, 2nd Royal Anglian, 9th/12th Royal Lancers and 4th Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland as part of 7th Armoured Brigade on Op Telic 12.
“Once again, this Operation was fully planned and executed by the Iraqi Army,” said Maj Tom Holloway, spokesman for Multi National Division South East MDN-SE. “These operations demonstrate their capability, professionalism and commitment to the residents of Basra. It is enormously encouraging to see the progress made by the Iraqi Army in maintaining the security of the city and its residents.”
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