Security Success in Iraq

SECURITY SUCCESS IN IRAQ -- (House of Representatives - April 05, 2006)

(Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)

Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Speaker, the American Forces Press Service reported on Monday that Iraqi and coalition forces have scored several successes against insurgent fighters, seizing weapons caches and capturing suspected enemies during missions over the past several days.

From Karabilah to Ramadi, Iraqi troops and coalition forces have captured terrorists during raids and discovered weapons including hand grenades, rocket propelled grenade launch motors, sticks of plastic explosives, and AK-47 rifles. The Victory in Iraq Caucus is grateful to recognize their successes to protect American families in the central front of the global war on terrorism.

With every terrorist they detain and each weapon they discover, Iraqi troops and American forces save lives and improve our security. The events over the past several days are commendable, but they are not unique. By facing the terrorists overseas, we are confronting mass murderers before they strike American families again at home.

In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September 11.

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