Thousands of members of local militias set up by the Americans to provide neighbourhood security and fight against al-Qaeda's Iraq franchise are now being paid by the Iraqi government - a key test of what is a cornerstone in US efforts to restore stability.
The US military is highlighting the transition of what it calls the Sons of Iraq programme, saying it is proof the Iraqi authorities are "keeping their word".
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Wednesday, November 19, 2008
'Sons of Iraq' move hailed a success
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