Expect more attacks in Iraq

ARTICLE: Bombings in Iraq, Deadliest Since 2007, Raise Security Issue, By TIMOTHY WILLIAMS, New York Times, October 25, 2009

A disturbing but inescapable truth:

Iraqi and American officials in Baghdad have repeatedly warned about a potential rise in violence as the Jan. 16 parliamentary elections approach, as political parties and their allies vie for advantage and insurgent groups redouble their efforts to destabilize the country.

So expect more high-profile attacks as regime opponents seek to prove the continued relevancy.

Comments

[Walid]

Tom, was wondering if you had a chance to check out Ayad Jamal Aldin? He just launched the Ahrar Party for the upcoming Iraqi elections. He's putting together an electoral list that spans sectarian divides and is striving to hold Maliki accountable for failing to containing violent sectarian extremism. Also, he's an staunch opponent of Iranian influence in Iraq. You should check him out at http://www.ayadjamalaldin.com or http://www.ahrarparty.com