Operation Athena

Operation Athena was a United States military initiative launched in 2003 aimed at dismantling insurgent networks and stabilizing Iraq after the invasion. It involved coordinated efforts including military patrols, intelligence gathering, and cooperation with Iraqi security forces to improve security, rebuild infrastructure, and restore governance. The operation focused on targeting insurgent hideouts and weapons caches, aiming to reduce violence and foster stability. It was part of broader efforts to establish a secure environment for political development and reconstruction in Iraq.