This is why multiple sources for news is important … then again, who you gonna believe?
- As British Leave, Basra Deteriorates: Violence Rises in Shiite City Once Called a Success Story
Washinton Post, August 7, 2007 - Basra violence increasing as British leave
UPI, August 7 - British exit from Basra has led to drop in violence, says General David Patraeus
Times (UK), September 19, 2007 - Surge in Basra killings may force British back to city
Independent (UK), September 26 - Iraqis say Basra quieter after British troop pullout
Reuters, October 1, 2007