Topic: Anbar Province

Iraqi insurgents forced underground

But even in hiding, Al Qaeda in Iraq can carry out high-profile attacks and has infiltrated security forces.

Reporters on the Job

Odierno takes charge in a 'fragile' Iraq

Gen. David Petraeus, who handed over command on Tuesday to Gen. Raymond Odierno, will lead US Central Command.

Bush's troop cuts in Iraq: larger questions

His announcement raises concerns about the ability and loyalty of the ‘Sons of Iraq’ neighborhood-watch program.

Terrorism & Security
Pentagon recommends holding US troops levels in Iraq steady until February

Proposed February troop reduction would coincide with increase in troops sent to Afghanistan.

This round, Pentagon may keep General Petraeus offstage

As his next report on troop levels nears, senior officers aren't sure they'll agree.

U.S. hands over Anbar, Iraq's once-deadliest region

Anbar Province is where 1 of every 3 US fatalities in Iraq occurred.

Terrorism & Security
U.S. marines shifted from Iraq to Afghanistan

The redeployment of only 1,500 troops raises concerns that Taliban offensives in Afghanistan are over-extending US forces.

U.S. forces to hand over hard-won Anbar Province

The Americans are set to transfer control of the once-restive Sunni province to Iraq, but many in Anbar question just how much real power the US is willing to relinquish.

Opinion: Fight Al Qaeda's plan, not its ideas

The cold war showed it's easier to fight strategy than ideology.

Iraq bombings target US-allied, anti-Al Qaeda groups

Bombings this week in Sunni areas of Iraqi have killed more than 100 people.

Opinion: Thank you, 1st Lt. Shaun Blue, for a life of integrity and service

Do Americans truly appreciate the sacrifice that this marine made on their behalf?

In Iraq, Sunni insurgents still aim to oust U.S., Shiites

In an interview, a member of the Islamic Army of Iraq speaks of his group's long-term goals.

Marines face last insurgent stronghold in Iraq's Anbar Province

While the Sunni heartland has largely turned against Al Qaeda in Iraq, insurgents are still doing battle in the 'wild' reaches of the province.

Why Iraq troop drawdown is likely to stop in July

Gen. David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker will describe Iraq's fragile state this week on Capitol Hill.

Medal of Honor is tribute to sailor's sacrifice to save others

Navy SEAL Michael Monsoor will posthumously receive the award, only the third time it has been bestowed during the Iraq war.

Pause likely in U.S. drawdown in Iraq

Troop levels could settle at 'presurge' levels of 140,000.

Iraq flag debate still flutters

Iraqis plan to vote on a new flag by the end of 2008.

Same war. Same platoon. Two paths since leaving Iraq.

Travis Pinn and Vincent Emanuele served side by side in Anbar Province. Now civilians again, one just wants the quiet life; the other aspires to help end the war.

Ahmadinejad's Iraq visit bolsters Iran's influence

President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad met with key Iraqi leaders and offered the country a $1 billion loan as he began a two-day visit Sunday.

Iraq parliament passes budget, signaling progress

The move came one day after the parliament's speaker threatened to dissolve the body for 'ineptitude.'

Rift threatens U.S. antidote to Al Qaeda in Iraq

Growing divisions among pro-US Sunni tribal chiefs threatens to unravel American gains against Al Qaeda.

U.S. spotlights Al Qaeda in Iraq weakness

The US military released four pages of a 39-page, typewritten Arabic document believed to be from a top Al Qaeda in Iraq leader.