Kirkuk provincial council chairman Rizgar Ali and Kirkuk

Kirkuk provincial council chairman Rizgar Ali and Kirkuk Deputy Gov. Rokaan Siad speak with Hawijah merchants and customers about their concerns to better understand the needs of the citizens of Hawijah Feb. 14. "Today's visit by the key leaders of the Kirkuk province highlights the significant security improvements in this once violent city and is a testament to the provincial government's commitment to bring unity among all its citizens," said Col. David Paschal, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Samuel Bendet)