Laith Kubba
Laith Kubba
either outcome tough
We know well that either way, if it is a 'yes' or a 'no,' it is going to be a tough outcome that we need to handle.
define iraq less looks visions
There are two visions of how to define Iraq. One looks at Iraq as a sovereign, undivided people. The other one looks at Iraq as more or less a confederation.
former funds government iraqi members policy spent whether
We have a policy to go after Iraqi funds whether they were abused by members of the former government or spent by international bodies.
appointed council extend governing iraqi power
The Iraqi Governing Council was appointed by the U.S. and very much wanted to extend its power and influence.
extremists muslim surrounded wiped
Muslim extremists will be surrounded then wiped out,
compromise difficult finish issues key last point reach terms trying vote
There should have been a vote last night, and they should now finish it today. The key point is terms of federalism. They're trying to reach a compromise and it's very difficult -- the issues are controversial.