This much we know: The war in Iraq has been costly. Nearly $750 billion worth. More than 4,400 members of the U.S. military have died there.
This much we hope we know: America’s “combat” mission in Iraq is over. All troops will be home by the end of 2011.
This much remains problematic: About 50,000 American troops–in a largely “advisory” role–are still there.
This much remains scary: Iraqi stability and security are inextricably linked. Six months after an inconclusive election, Iraq still has no new government.
This much remains possible: The next Yugoslavia. Eventually. At best.