On the recordFebruary 16, 2011
The truth of the matter is the Iraqis want us out of the country as quickly as possible.
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congress.govRobert Gates: “The truth of the matter is the Iraqis want us out of the country as quickly as possible.”
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Gates explains the differing desires of Iraqis and Afghans regarding U.S. troop presence.
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