Iraq: Petraeus Reports on Progress

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U.S. Gen. David Petraeus tells of enormous progress in Iraq, saying a country once on the verge of civil war is now making a major contribution to the world economy. But, as Colin Chapman reports, the new CENTCOM chief will caution Defense Secretary Robert Gates this week against too rapid a withdrawal. Among the risks is sectarian violence in Anbar province.

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