American officials said that they did not see a connection between the two suspected Iraqi operations and Al Qaeda.

"Unless the resistance escalates considerably, it won't have an effect on Iraqi military operations."

And most observers here acknowledge that the overwhelming popularity of the Iraqi operation will give her new ammunition.

Especially don't call anyone from Iraqi operations.

They were said to be avoiding all Iraqi military operations.

"This is an Iraqi operation," he said several times.

The current supply of about $7 billion for Iraqi nonmilitary operations came from several sources, administration officials say.

"It is part and parcel of Iraqi military operations," a Government official said.

As the Iraqi operation looms, it is worth keeping Vietnam in mind.

We've heard the general's report on the Iraqi operation.