To Many Iraqis, U.S. Troops Have Not Faded Away

Courtesy NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Mon, 07/13/2009 - 3:10am

Nearly two weeks after U.S. combat troops officially pulled out of Iraq's cities, the government in Baghdad says the arrangement is going smoothly.

Many Iraqis, however, aren't so sure and are questioning why American soldiers are still on their streets.

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