Green Zone 2010

General Al-Rawi's Escape

On March 19, 2003, amidst a chaotic Baghdad bombardment, Iraqi General Mohammed Al-Rawi hurriedly escapes from his residence. Before leaving, he entrusts a notebook to his aide, Seyyed, instructing him to notify other officers to retreat to safe-houses and await further orders.

U.S. Army Investigates Warehouse

Four weeks later, U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer Roy Miller leads his team to investigate a warehouse suspected of housing Iraqi weapons of mass destruction. To his surprise, the location is unsecured and filled with looters, while his unit experiences yet another frustrating engagement with a sniper.

Intel Failures Highlighted

During a debriefing, Miller expresses frustration over the unreliability of the intelligence provided to him regarding potential WMD sites. His concerns are immediately dismissed by high-ranking officials, which only heightens his skepticism about the mission's goals.

CIA's Update on Target

CIA agent Martin Brown informs Miller that their upcoming target had been examined by a UN team two months earlier and was concluded to be empty. This revelation underscores the ongoing intelligence failures plaguing Miller and his platoon.

Poundstone Meets Zubaidi

At the airport, U.S. Department of Defense official Clark Poundstone welcomes returning Iraqi politician Ahmed Zubaidi. In a sideline discussion, journalist Lawrie Dayne attempts to inquire about the Magellan operation but is brushed off by Poundstone, who is focused on political maneuverings.

Warning of Civil War

During discussions about forming a new Iraqi government, Brown warns Poundstone against sidelining the Iraqi army, cautioning that it could lead to a civil war. This tension highlights the difficult balancing act the U.S. faces in rebuilding Iraq's government.

Freddy's Testimony

While scouting another potential site, Miller meets an Iraqi man named Freddy who claims to have seen Ba'ath Party officials, including Al-Rawi, meeting at a nearby house. Freddy indicates that Al-Rawi is waiting for American negotiators to engage with him, providing a glimmer of hope for Miller's mission.

Al-Rawi's Narrow Escape

Miller and his team storm the house where Al-Rawi and his associates are meeting, prompting a chaotic confrontation. Although Al-Rawi narrowly escapes, Seyyed is captured, leading to a critical interrogation that reveals critical information about U.S.-Iraqi dealings.

Crossing Paths with Dayne

Miller confronts journalist Lawrie Dayne about the misleading reports regarding WMDs. Dayne reluctantly confirms that the Magellan operation was indeed situated in Jordan, shifting the focus of Miller's investigation.

Disbanding the Iraqi Army

In the midst of military decisions to disband the Iraqi army, Miller realizes that Al-Rawi could become a significant liability due to his crucial knowledge. The situation grows increasingly desperate as the stakes in the conflict rise.

Al-Rawi's Revelation

Poundstone's team tracks down Al-Rawi, who reveals that the Iraqi WMD program had been dismantled after the First Persian Gulf War. This revelation sends shockwaves through the military ranks and calls into question the validity of the ongoing operations.

Tragic Confrontation

As Miller closes in on Al-Rawi, a tragic confrontation occurs in which Freddy ultimately shoots Al-Rawi. This shocking turn of events signifies the complex power dynamics at play in the region and leaves Miller without his primary source of intelligence.

Miller's Report

After the dust settles, Miller compiles a crucial report on the findings regarding the WMDs and presents it to Poundstone. His attempt to shed light on the realities of the situation is met with indifference, showcasing the bureaucratic hurdles faced by those on the ground.

Impact of Miller's Findings

The revelations in Miller’s report resonate globally as journalist Lawrie Dayne manages to get the information emailed to major news outlets. Despite political pushback, the truth regarding the absence of WMDs begins to surface, leading to broader implications for U.S. involvement in Iraq.