John Kerry actually said...

"The future course of our mission in Afghanistan has become one of the most important and one of the most difficult questions that we face."

"This date has turned out to be a very important date, because Iraqis now see that the United States can be trusted in the agreements we sign."

"We very much want to follow and to guide us in the years ahead."

"Helping Iraqis make their country secure will require that we continue to partner closely with Iraqi military and police."