It was the first time the U.S.-backed Shi'ite-led government has floated the idea of a timetable for the removal of American forces from Iraq. The Bush administration has always opposed such a move, saying it would give militant groups an advantage.
The security deal under negotiation will replace a U.N. mandate for the presence of U.S. troops that expires on December 31.
"Today, we are looking at the necessity of terminating the foreign presence on Iraqi lands and restoring full sovereignty," Maliki told Arab ambassadors in blunt remarks during an official visit to Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates.
We’ve said this for years folks. Once the Iraqi’s are able to take care of themselves, we’re outta there. So, if al-Maliki wants us out of there, he’d better get his shit together and get his men in line. They’re doing well so far, it’s just the fine tuning that needs to happen now.
Travis
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