The story is coherent and enjoyable, so I'd say you're doing fine.I do hope that I am not being too cheesy with my writing of characters (especially my original characters) or butchering it in anyway, I'm not really experienced with that aspect of writing and am working on improving my skills.
More on topic, I wonder what kind of deal Qusay is trying to work with the Americans? Probably something to ensure he is seen as the rightful president, but I'd bet there is something more.