General Bieniek to take over multinational division in Iraq

Bieniek was briefed on the President's political and diplomatic plans, including Poland's relations with the United States. The officer has presented his strategy, concerning organizational changes in the functioning of the division. As General Bieniek said after the meeting, "this will boost security measures, strengthen local powers and secure the elections for Iraqi officials." "One of our duties is to monitor and assure that fair elections in Iraq take place, such as in Kosovo and Bosnia," said Bieniek. By the middle of February, the second half of the Polish contingent is to help relieve troops, which have already been serving in Iraq for six months. An estimated division of 2,500 soldiers are to be sent to Iraq, with many already on their way. (Rzeczpospolita, p. A6) A.K.