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Gen. Franks: U.S. Troops Face Long Stay in Iraq

Gen. Tommy Franks tells a House committee that U.S. troop strength in Iraq will remain at current levels until at least the end of the year. Franks, who directed U.S. forces during the war, acknowledges the possibility that U.S. troops could still be in Iraq four years from now. NPR's Tom Gjelten reports.

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Tom Gjelten covers issues of religion, faith, and belief for NPR News.

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