Iraq

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Global Security and Intelligence Report
October 28, 2009 1811 GMT
Recent bombings in Baghdad provide a glimpse of what might be in store for Iraq in the run-up to elections in 2010. [more]
Iraqi army soldiers in a training exercise on Aug. 16 near Basra, Iraq
Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki discussion of Iraq's security budget could well represent a political ploy. [more]
videoiranmeeting
October 2, 2009 2318 GMT
STRATFOR CEO Dr. George Friedman discusses the outcome of the P-5+1 talks on Iran's nuclear program and the shape of the next stage in the crisis. Also, a look ahead at key geopolitical events in the coming week. [more]
Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki reads a speech during a meeting for his 'State of Law' coalition on Oct. 1
October 2, 2009 2044 GMT
Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has chosen not to join an Iranian-backed, Shiite-dominated coalition ahead of parliamentary elections. [more]
Militant Hotels
Hotels are popular soft targets for militant attacks. However, precautions can be taken to limit the damage caused by attacks or even prevent them before they occur. [more]
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