All Iraqis can unite to defeat terrorism and can unite to rebuild the country.
AHMED CHALABIMaliki saw Islamic State as a way to exert pressure. If I am not re-elected, terror will befall you – that was his message.
More Ahmed Chalabi Quotes
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I strongly believe that a federal structure based on administrative and geographic lines with strong powers for the federated states will be the best solution for Iraq.
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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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Democracy in Iraq will be an example that the Arab population will look to with great interest. And some Arab governments are concerned about democracy in Iraq.
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The issue of terrorism must be dealt with firmly. We must work very hard to avoid loss of life.
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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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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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America betrays its friends. It sets them up and betrays them. I’d rather be America’s enemy.
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American companies will have a big shot at Iraqi oil.
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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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The fight against corruption is successful if you prevent corruption taking place in the first place.
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Iraq will not allow any action on its soil that could harm the U.S. We don’t want any action from our soil to target our neighbors.
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We must work very hard to avoid civilian casualties. And those terrorists and Baathists are holding the people of Fallujah hostage. We must release the hostages.
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Winning back their trust is the primary task of the new government. That will be difficult, but it is possible.
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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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Baathism in Iraq equals Nazism in Germany.
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