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Originally posted by [Labret]
Basra is a major Shiite and Sunni city. I seriously doubt the people that want to see Saddam dead are just sitting their with their hands in their laps.
I will find the source if I can.
All I have heard on the news is they are not quite sure they know who they are shooting at half the damn time. Its not like Iraqi regulars are rushing out to greet them with uniforms on.
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Of course you're right, but my answer would be that I am sure those in charge knew this was a likely possibility. Anyone sporting a weapon is going to die though, period, unless they somehow make it clear to the coalition forces that they are friendly.
The country is hungry, sick, oppressed and tired. Those that "play ball" will be helped immensely, while those that continue to try and cause trouble after Saddam is killed will be given nothing until they fall in line. That should buy some time for plans to be implemented.