Multi-National Division – Baghdad PAO

BAGHDAD — For the past several weeks, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) have stepped up their presence in the Yarmouk, Qadasiyah and Hateen neighborhoods of northwest Baghdad to ensure the local populace will be safe for the upcoming elections.

The Iraqi Army (IA) and Police (IP) patrolled polling sites to review the barrier layout and made recommendations aimed to improving security where needed. Leaders have also reviewed their procedures to ensure each site has the appropriate personnel to provide necessary security.

“Three of the sites …now have barriers in front of the entrances,” said IA Capt. Hussein, 54th Brigade, 6th IA Division.

The ISF has also disseminated handbills to prevent grenade attacks and other means of violence from al-Qaeda in Iraq and Special Group criminals.

“I feel good about the security measures we are taking for the election,” said 1st Lt. Adon, 54th Brigade, 6th IA Div. “It makes me proud that I am involved with making my country a better place.”