The exact plans have not yet been unveiled yet, but some officials have spoken about it under conditions of anonymity. It appears the main purpose would be to help train the Iraqis and Kurds, so that they can better fight ISIS.
President Obama has just authorized an additional 1,500 troops being sent to Iraq. In addition, he is asking Congress for $5.6 billion to help fight ISIS.
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Source: http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/11/07/us-mideast-crisis-usa-iraq-idUSKBN0IR22I20141107
Source: http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/11/07/us-mideast-crisis-usa-iraq-idUSKBN0IR22I20141107
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