That Abu Musab al-Zarqawi was killed this week is indeed good news for the Iraqi, United States and the other coalition governments. Obviously, this will not end the insurgency but destroying its leader who exhibited total disregard for innocent lives is a blow to it and to al Qaeda itself.
There can be no doubt that this will demoralize some of Zarqawi’s followers while energizing others. The American and Iraqi force that conducted the successful raid can feel justifiably proud. While we may never know the truth about how the terrorist’s location was ferreted out, under the best condition he may well have been fingered by Sunnis sick of the constant fighting. While this does not guarantee a peaceful solution among the major factions in the civil unrest – or war – it eliminates once source of its obvious fomentation.
This changes little in the short run and does not mean that going into Iraq was worth the casualties or the treasure, but it is an event that has heartened President Bush and – as it should - all Americans. Zarqawi was clearly a brilliant and ruthless enemy of all civilized people. He will not be missed.
Good hunting to all involved!
Blog on!
Wild Bill
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