The operation itself was simple compared to what followed.
Still, some of Marja's elders appeared to be looking past the operation itself.
The operation itself was divided into steadily escalating phases, mapped out in advance.
Success was moderate, but the operation itself showed a new level of mobility and planning.
There were no complaints of rough treatment or about the purpose of the operation itself.
"We found nothing on the dates of the attack, or on the operation itself," Mr. Swinnen said.
These operations can be observed only in their effects; the operation itself is not seen, nor is its motivation seen.
They promised Escobar and O'Rourke that there would be an investigation into both the operation itself and the questionable affidavit.
The operation itself began on May 27. "The Americans helped in planning, technical support, communications, intelligence sharing," Mr. Golez said.
The operation itself often leaves the child in pain and may cause permanent mobility and health problems.
The operation itself looked high-tech on television, where networks recreated the raid with computer animation, colorful graphics and satellite maps.
