The Washington Post is reporting the Bush administration has authorized U.S. troops to kill or capture Iranian operatives in Iraq. Officials say the policy is less part of a military strategy in Iraq than an effort to weaken Iranian influence in the Middle East. The “kill or capture” program was implemented last fall after the White House decided it was failing to isolate Iran’s government. The administration implemented the strategy despite apparently receiving counsel it could lead to harmful retaliation against U.S. personnel.