"Fundamental disputes still surround the political composition of the Iraqi state." Maliki
Really? You mean the part in which you have not lived up to the internal political agreement that led to your present adinistration? pl
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"Hundreds of suspected Baathists recently were arrested; some of those detained have been released while others are awaiting trial. Those still in custody will receive due process and equitable treatment under Iraqi law. These detainees come from all over Iraq, and I refute characterizations that the detentions were a sectarian action based on political motives. These steps were taken to protect Iraq’s democracy. Mailiki
Sure. It is just a coincidence that nearly all of these politically suppressed Iraqis are Sunni Arabs. pl
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Iraq will not allow itself to become a source of disruption to friendly countries. Maliki
Right. In other words, once the Americans give up control of our air space we will not in any way participate in "aggression" against Iran. pl
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"Iraq seeks to build a strong army and security forces that have the capacity to protect our sovereignty and interests." Maliki
Got it. Translation - We'll be back. pl
