The Iraqi Army helped bring stability and security to the streets with Operation Charge of the Knights, but Iraqi National Police are increasing their visibility in the Basra area by taking on more responsibility: maintaining that security and working to clean up the streets in other ways.

Basic services such as sanitation and garbage removal are a concern in several districts of the city. INPs have been working to provide security as the government calls on the local community to assist in cleaning up the streets.

Police are visible during cleanup operations as well as when payments are made to community leaders and local citizens working on the projects.

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