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Iraqi prime minister says US troop withdrawal must satisfy all

Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri Al Maliki said on Friday that any US troop withdrawal would have to satisfy all parties and protect Iraq's sovereignty.

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  • Published: 15:12 July 25, 2008
  • Gulf News

Castel Gandolfo, Italy: Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri Al Maliki said on Friday that any US troop withdrawal would have to satisfy all parties and protect Iraq's sovereignty.

Al Maliki did not specify dates when asked by reporters after a meeting with Pope Benedict at the Pontiff's summer house.

Al Maliki suggested earlier this month that a timetable may be set for the departure of US troops.

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