Iraq Airstrikes 'Very Effective' US Defense Chief Says

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel says three days of airstrikes against Islamic State militants in northern Iraq have been "very effective." Hagel said during a visit Monday in Australia that the United States will consider further requests for help from the Iraqi government. "We're going to continue to support the Iraqi security forces in every way that we can as they request assistance there and we will again build partnerships as we are now, recognizing the threat...

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