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Iraqi army soldiers participate in a parade during a handover ceremony in Najaf, Iraq, Dec. 20, 2006. U.S.-led forces transitioned control and security responsibilities of Najaf province to the Iraqi forces.

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Iraqi army soldiers participate in a parade during a handover ceremony in Najaf, Iraq, Dec. 20, 2006. U.S.-led forces transitioned control and security responsibilities of Najaf province to the Iraqi forces.

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