Not because Iraq will be an aggressive state against them, but rather by the example that will be set by a successful federal democratic state in Iraq.
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More Ahmed Chalabi Quotes
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Now, we need a joint military leadership so that the Kurds and the army can retake Mosul.
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We want to be the masters of ourselves and to carry our responsibilities in this region.
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The Kurds’ achievement was outstanding, both militarily and diplomatically.
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Sectarian politics gets votes in Iraq. But sectarian government fails in Iraq.
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It’s customary when great events happen that the U.S. punishes its friends and rewards its enemies.
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American companies will have a big shot at Iraqi oil.
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We need a united front against Islamic State and Assad happens to be the decisive power that can fight them. But the situation is preposterous because we also have to respect the calls for change. I would be in favor of a dignified change.
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The view that we hold in Iraq now is this – that democracy is associated with elections. I believe that elections are possible.
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The Kurds know that they won’t achieve their own state by force of arms but through international recognition. And they have certainly heard what the German foreign minister said in connection with the arms deliveries.
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To handle the economy and services in a country like Iraq requires delegation of authority and the choice of competent people.
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Are Iraqis ready to carry the responsibility for their country? Is Iraq ready to be its own master?
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Islamic State is following a clear strategy. First, it wants to solidify its power in Iraq and Syria. Then, their fighters will try to advance to Syria’s Mediterranean coast.
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I call on the international community to be fair to the Iraqi people. My position is that we respect international resolutions but in return demand justice and accountability for those who stole Iraq’s money.
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Many Sunnis joined Islamic State because they felt they were being treated poorly.
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What was said before is not important.
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