Islamic State of Iraq

The Islamic State of Iraq has taken responsibility for the recent attacks in Iraq. They say that the country is on the verge of being taken over by the Shiite's and urge the Sunni's to take action and join ranks with the jihadis' in repelling this take over. It is interesting to look at how Iraq has functioned after the pullout of American troops in 2011. The way in which leaders used to act together is no more, as we can see in the very clear divide amongst the different cultural groups. It is my fear that all the work that NATO, and the United States did to bring stability to the area will be worth nothing. The country's Sunni vice president has had a warrant issued for his arrest in using death squads, which he denies totally. This is what American leaders hoped would be avoided post occupation, and we will see how these actions inside Iraq will pan out.

-Dan Vogrin