[mikenola]

Only problem is that the Iraqi soldiers have almost zero credible military training or soldierly discipline. Perhaps they can re-doctrinated over time, but for now consider the Iraqi former military a dead letter.

Seems to me a good solution would be to draw replacement troops from Germany and Bosnia/Kosovo. If the Europeans don't give a hoot about our security and won't help us with troops in Iraq, then piss on helping them in Europe.

[RightWhale]

consider the Iraqi former military a dead letter

Sure, recruit the youngsters, train them, and set them up. It would put the youth to work doing something productive, and get them off the street. Double bonus.