http://washingtontimes.com/world/20031105-115313-1002r.htmBAGHDAD — The head of Iraq's Governing Council pledged yesterday to end the loss of American lives in his country within one year.
Twelve months from now, "we will see Americans in their military garrisons, safe, and nothing
against them," said Jalal Talabani, this month's president of the 25-member council.
"We want to save them, not to put them in danger," Mr. Talabani said in an interview at the huge oval table where the council was about to meet.
The jovial-looking Kurdish leader, who sports a large mustache, said he expects the country to hold elections establishing a democratic federal system of government within a year.
He said that the current council was akin to the British monarchy and that he wants to make it more like the British parliamentary system.
Mr. Talabani also criticized countries that opposed the war, warning Russia and France in particular that their continued unwillingness to commit resources to his country would place them at a disadvantage when major contracts are awarded.
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Are there monkeys flying out of my ass?
You gotta love the Times for trying. LOL
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