Violence is spreading in Iraq's western Anbar province engulfing two key cities — Fallujah and Ramadi. Many Americans remember Fallujah and Anbar province as places where US soldiers fought and died. Retired US Army Colonel Peter Mansoor knows the area well and says the US government should re-engage.
Over Memorial Day, President Obama announced new nominations to top military positions.
A new BBC documentary titled, 'Secret Iraq,' explores the British troops' 2007 exit from Basra, as they handed the mission to American forces. We preview the documentary and hear from Col. Peter Mansoor.
The British government plans deep cuts in defense spending to try and bring their budget under control. Britain's main ally -? the U.S. -- is worried that the cuts will affect Britain's ability to fight alongside American troops.