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The article discusses shifts in the military strategy of U.S. President George W. Bush in the Iraq War, and related shifts in his Middle East strategy. The article suggests that U.S. efforts to undermine Iran have increased tensions between Sunni and Shi'ite Muslims, and may unintentionally benefit Iran.

Looks at issues surrounding the status of politics in Iraq after the U.S. government overturned Saddam Hussein's regime. Speculations over the influence of the U.S. administration in the outcome of the 2005 election; Details of the initial election plan that was endorsed by Paul Bremer, head of the Coalition Provisional Authority, in late 2003; Obstacles to a free election in Iraq.

Explores the abuses committed by American soldiers towards Iraqi prisoners in Abu Ghraib, Iraq. Types of abuses committed by military personnels; Action being taken by the U.S. government on the issue; Recommendation set by an investigation team towards military officers found to have neglected command of the prison system.

Details the counterinsurgency plan of the U.S. government in Iraq. Formation of the Task Force 121 against the Baathist group; Collaboration with Israeli forces; Efforts of recruiting former Iraqi intelligence operatives.

Reports the plans of the U.S. to overthrow Iraq dictator Saddam Hussein. Deadline given by U.S. President George W. Bush to the military agencies; Support of British Prime Minister Tony Blair on the Iraqi operation; Marginalization of the planning procedures.

Contends that the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) made it easier for Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein to procure arms. Unscrambling of Hussein's communications systems; US control of intercepted information; Struggle between the United Nations Special Commission for Iraq (UNSCOM) and the United States; Russian involvement; Collapse of UNSCOM.

Discusses the June 26, 1993 bombing of Iraq by American Navy warships. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) report on Iraqi-led assassination of President Bush; Lack of evidence; Pressure on President Bill Clinton; Possibility of leakage to press; Death toll.

Analyzes the errors committed by United States Secretary of Defense, Donald Rumsfeld, in planning for the war against Iraq. Arguments given by Rumsfeld for reducing the number of soldiers for the ground force; Refusal of Rumsfeld to follow the deployment document used by the country's military strategists; Failure of Rumsfeld to anticipate the consequences of protracted warfare.

Alleges that the report about Iraq's possession of destructive weapons is a form of forgery. Implication of the allegation on the United States intelligence community's credibility; Alleged reason behind the set up report.