And third, it proves for the Kurds that their struggle ended in a way that they can say the blood of their martyrs was not in vain. |
Arab countries are doing little for Iraq when they do not send ambassadors to represent them, |
Are we capable of dealing with a severe attack or another severe storm? That's a very important question and it's in our national interest that we find out exactly what went on so we can better respond, |
As for us, we have always expressed our compassion for Arab countries in their testing times, |
As president of Iraq, I shall strive to represent the diversity of a country that has too often in the past denied difference. |
As soon as possible, of course, we hope that American troops can proudly return home. |
At least from 40,000 to 50,000 American troops can be [withdrawn] by the end of this year. |
Believe me, the United States is very popular now in Iraqi Kurdistan. |
build the new Iraqi state on democracy and freedom. |
but everybody had reservations. This is part of democracy. If the people do not approve it, we will draft another constitution. |
But I am feeling as Iraqi, and my duty is to work as an Iraqi for all Iraqis regardless of their nationalities. |
But I think that once the results are announced then it should be accepted by everyone, even if unwillingly. |
But those who are pro-Saddam are very difficult to reach agreement with, because they are still dreaming to bring back the dictatorship, which is of course refused by the big majority of the Iraqi people. |
But while the new Iraq is open to all, there must be no underestimating our determination to vanquish terrorism. |
But, we must understand this reality-the leadership of any people is responsible for their own policy, and must not put responsibility on the shoulders of others. |