Members of Congress, including Congressman Murphy, stand with Iraqi soldiers following a live fire training exercise. This would not have been possible during Congressman Murphy's last trip to Iraq in 2005.

Congressman Murphy observes the Iraqi military practicing a live fire excercise where they go door to door.

On the ground, the Iraqi military leaders explain the training they are about to undertake and their capabilities with members of Congress, including Congressman Murphy.

The Iraqi military prepares for a live training exercise which Congressman Murphy observed. This was a stark contrast to his last visit to Iraq, when the Iraqi military only talked about how they could contribute.

The Iraqi military rolls out to begin a live training exercise.

Congressman Murphy observes the Iraqi military preparing for a training exercise.

Congressman Murphy views more of the Iraqi landscape while observing Iraq by helicopter

While traveling by helicopter, Congressman Murphy views the Iraqi landscape.

Congressman Tim Murphy talks to Spc. Ken Lewandowski, 1-9th Field Artillery and Mt. Pleasant, PA native, and Staff Sgt. Kurt Chebatoris, 316th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) support operations noncommissioned officer and Upper St. Clair, PA native.

During a meeting with members of Congress in Iraq, including Congressman Murphy, General Petraeus discusses the involvement of Iraqi troops.

Congressman Murphy meets with Staff Sgt. Kurt Chebatoris, a member of the 316th, from Upper St. Clair.

Congressman Murphy talks with members of the 316th Sustainment Command out of Moon Township about the work they are doing in Iraq.