I think they are saying that because they no longer expect to capture Saddam, dead or alive.
Originally posted by Nicool003
Define control. There is no desire to control as in rule or dictate Iraq. I assume you mean until his arm had been defeated?
Yeah. Control in a military sense simply means an end to meaningful resistance.as in make it safe for an American solder to walk down the streets.
How do you define meaningful resistance?
This is a difficult question to answer definitively as it depends on various factors such as the strategies and capabilities of the opposing forces, the resources and support available, and the progress of the search for Saddam. However, it is the goal of all involved to achieve victory as soon as possible.
The search for Saddam is ongoing and has been a top priority for the coalition forces since the beginning of the conflict. Various intelligence and military operations have been carried out to locate and capture him, but as of yet, he has not been found.
The declaration of victory will be determined by the leaders of the coalition forces and will likely be based on various factors such as the capture or surrender of key enemy leaders, the defeat of major enemy strongholds, and the restoration of stability and security in the region.
The consequences of not finding Saddam before declaring victory could vary, but it is likely that it would lead to ongoing instability and potential insurgency in the region. It could also have political and diplomatic implications for the involved countries.
Yes, the search for Saddam has been a top priority for the coalition forces since the beginning of the conflict. It is important to capture him in order to bring him to justice and to prevent him from potentially regaining power or continuing to pose a threat to the region.