Dutch Soldiers Find Smiles Are a More Effective Protection

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Dutch soldiers in Iraq are having a much different experience than American soldiers; they are patrolling a relatively peaceful area and are using non-confrontational methods, such as using soft-topped vehicles, not wearing helmets and trying to engage the local people, in order to be seen as friendly guests rather than an occupying force.

Netherlands, Public affairs, Methods, Soldiers, Public relations, Company public relations

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Japan's Troops Proceed in Iraq Without Shot Fired

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Japan is facing criticism for its role in Iraq, as it has provided non-combat support, preferring to focus on rebuilding efforts in a relatively peaceful region, and these efforts have not lived up to high expectations from Iraqis.

Japan, International politics, Military policy, Foreign policy

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Military Specialist Pleads Guilty to Abuse and Is Jailed

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Specialist Armin J. Cruz was sentenced to eight months in prison, demoted, and discharged from the military for his role in the abuse at Abu Ghraib prison.

Legal issues & crime, Legal/Government Regulation, Company legal issue, Cases, Investigations, Prisoners of war, Civil rights, Iraq Prisoner Abuse Scandal, 2004, Cruz, Armin J.

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