Ashton Carter actually said...

I believe that General Dunford received, just last week--from Prime Minister Abadi, in no uncertain terms, the statement that he will not work with the Russians.

Context

Carter emphasizes Iraq's refusal to cooperate with Russia.

03/23/2015

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