January 16, 2007

Oil Protection Forces Guard Vital Pipelines

By Sgt. Michael Tuttle
5th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment

KIRKUK — Artillery Soldiers visited two oil-gas separation plants in Janbar Thursday to check the progress of the Oil Protection Forces guarding pipelines south of here.

The OPF, funded by the Iraqi Ministry of Oil, guard the infrastructure that keeps the oil flowing in the area.

Soldiers from Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 3rd Battalion, 7th Field Artillery Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, met with the OPF to learn how they can better support the Iraqi Forces and ensure they continue to receive the tools they need for success. The 3-7 Soldiers make themselves available to assist with training, supplies and guidance on a variety of issues.
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