U.S. Advisors Adapt to Lower Profile

Multi-National Force - Iraq ^

[SandRat]

BAGHDAD – As Coalition combat forces have lowered their public profile by pulling back from Iraqi cities, towns and villages, so, too, have the trainers and advisors to the Iraqi Security Forces (ISF).

The Multi-National Security Transition Command-Iraq’s (MNSTC-I) mission is to train, mentor and advise the ISF, at the request of the Iraqi government. This role is a key element of the U.S.-Iraq Security Agreement.

Although the public may see them less often, MNSTC-I advisors and trainers continue their important jobs, in accordance with the terms of the Security Agreement.

With the Iraqi government, they share a common goal of safety and security for the Iraqi people. The ISF continues to grow, develop capabilities, and step up its security operations, as demonstrated recently by their simultaneous operations in Basrah, Mosul, Sadr City, Amarah and Diyala.

The important relationships that have been established between U.S. advisors and trainers and their Iraqi counterparts will continue to ensure that the ISF is a professional force operating under the rule of law to bring peace and stability to Iraq.

[SandRat]

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