Despite past differences, this is the moment when the world should support the millions of Iraqis who seek to rebuild their lives, even as we pass responsibility to the Iraqi government and finally bring this war to a close.
Obama urges global support for Iraqis in their rebuilding efforts while transitioning responsibility to the Iraqi government.
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