US commanders admit: we face a Vietnam-style collapse
Interesting article at the Guardian:
US commanders admit: we face a Vietnam-style collapse
It seems to me that this article spins some pessimism all-around...
Quote:
But the next six months are make-or-break for the US military and the Iraqi government. The main obstacles confronting Gen Petraeus's team are:
· Insufficient troops on the ground
· A "disintegrating" international coalition
· An anticipated increase in violence in the south as the British leave
· Morale problems as casualties rise
· A failure of political will in Washington and/or Baghdad.
Let's hope for the best
Graycap
