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US General: Coalition Forces to Play Minor Security Role in Iraq
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General Carter Ham says there are enough Iraqi security forces to
secure polling stations and surrounding areas A U.S. general in Iraq
says coalition forces will play only a minor security role during
Iraq's January 30 election.

U.S. Brigadier General Carter Ham, head of multinational forces in
northwestern Iraq, told reporters that although the size of Iraq's
security forces has diminished, there are sufficient numbers to secure
polling stations and surrounding areas. He said coalition forces will
be nearby and will be able to respond quickly if asked for help.

General Ham's comments Saturday came as Iraqi officials unveiled
security measures for the election.

Officials say voters in the violence-ridden provinces of al-Anbar and
Ninevah will be allowed to register and vote on the same day.
Officials also announced plans to restrict travel and ban traffic
around polling stations to prevent car bombings.


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