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Iraq slams Washington’s decision to send more troops

Wednesday, 13 July 2016 3:41 AM [ Last Update: Wednesday, 13 July 2016 3:41 AM ]

A handout picture released by the US Department of Defense shows US Pentagon chief Ashton Carter speaking to troops during his visit to Baghdad on July 11, 2016. (AFP)

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