Number of U.S. military personnel reported in Iraq increased from 300 to 500
Special to WorldTribune.com WASHINGTON — The U.S. military presence in Iraq has been growing steadily amid the offensive by Islamic State of Iraq and Levant. On June 26, officials reported that 500 troops, under the command of Maj. Gen. Dana Pittard, were deployed in the Arab state. But the officials said most of the troops […]