Hopes and problems of Iraq drawdown

"A leaked British Defence Ministry memorandum has confirmed that London and Washington hope to reduce troop strengths in Iraq next year - but also reveals some of the problems.

The memo does not indicate that basic policy has changed or will change. This is that the troops will be there "as long as is needed".

But the plan is that not so many will be needed.


Document real

The authenticity of the memo has been confirmed by the British Defence Secretary John Reid, who signed it."
BBC