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 WASHINGTON (AP) - The White House said Wednesday the formation of Iraq's new government presents an opportunity to review the need for U.S. troops but cautioned against setting timetables for withdrawals.
Yet, Iraq's prime minister said his forces will be able to take over security in all Iraqi provinces within 18 months.
President Bush and British Prime Minister Tony Blair are to meet Thursday and Friday, and the future of Iraq under the new government and the role of their countries' troops there are at the top of the agenda. Blair also will discuss Iraqi plans for an international conference to back its government and seek Bush's support for increased U.N. support for Iraq, British officials said.
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