Topic: Camp Victory

The war in Iraq: soldiers assess 'peaks and valleys,' prospects of a final attack

As they prepare for the final exit from the war in Iraq, US troops aim to avoid any spectacular attack – and take stock of a conflict that gave the Middle East its worst violence in recent decades.

Senior US military official in Iraq advocates keeping some troops longer

The remarks, which included warnings of the increasingly volatile Middle East, follow renewed warnings by Moqtada al-Sadr that he would reactivate his militia if US forces extend their stay.

Why Adm. Mike Mullen visited the South Pacific island nation of Tonga

Adm. Mike Mullen stopped at the South Pacific island nation on his trip home this week from Australia, where he attended security discussions.

US, Iraqi leaders praise sacrifices of war, 'historic opportunity'

As US-Iraqi relations enter a new phase, America's top brass convened at Camp Victory to mark the transfer of command from Gen. Ray Odierno to Lt. Gen. Lloyd Austin III.

Memorial Day in Iraq: Sacrifices remembered

American servicemen and women honored their fallen comrades on Memorial Day in Iraq, as the war winds down there.

Stephen Colbert gets a crew cut in Iraq

Gen. Ray Odierno shaved the comedian's head – under orders from President Obama – during one of four shows of the Colbert Report taped on location in Baghdad.

In Iraq, Obama underscores support for troops

On a surprise visit that lasted less than five hours, the US president also met with Iraq's prime minister.

Obama caps Turkey visit with student 'town hall'

The president fielded questions on Iraq before heading to Baghdad for an unannounced visit.

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