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    Yesterday’s approval of the new agreement, Obama said, "advances the political progress that can bring lasting peace and unity to Iraq, and allow for the orderly and responsible transition of American combat troops out of Iraq by next September." The United States remains committed to plans to remove all of its combat forces from Iraq by the end of July. Full Article at U.S. Department of Defense
    advances the political progress that can bring lasting peace and unity to Iraq, and allow for the orderly and responsible transition of American combat troops out of Iraq by next September.
    Barack Obama – Barack Obama SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago
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U.S. Leaders Hail New Iraqi Election Law
  1. is another reminder that these enemies of the Iraqi people will fail.
    SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago
  2. a major step forward in the development of Iraq’s democracy.
    SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago
  3. for coming to agreement on the various difficult issues of considerable importance to Iraqis.
    SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago
  4. Iraq has known many challenges
    Barack Obama – Barack Obama SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago
  5. So, I want to congratulate our troops and civilians who are serving so capably in Iraq ... and, I want to congratulate the Iraqi people, who have taken an important step forward in pursuit of a better future.
    Barack Obama – Barack Obama SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago
  6. We congratulate members of the Council of Representatives for coming to agreement on the various difficult issues of considerable importance to Iraqis ... With the passage of this law, the Iraqi people, through their representatives, have shown their desire to uphold democratic and consultative governme...
    SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago
  7. will now be able to move ahead and implement the procedures for Iraq to hold credible and legitimate elections in accordance with international standards
    SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago
  8. will continue to stand with Iraq as a strong partner and as a friend
    Barack Obama – Barack Obama SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago
  9. I want to congratulate Iraq’s leaders for reaching this agreement ... Their flexibility and commitment to their country sends an important signal to the world about Iraq’s democracy and national unity.
    SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago
  10. a critical step forward in advancing national unity and forming an inclusive government. Our commitment and friendship to Iraq remain strong.
    SOURCE: U.S. Department of Defense 3 weeks ago

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