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Iraqi President Jalal Talabani traveled to New York this week for the 61st session of the United Nations General Assembly. In a letter to the American people, Talabani describes Iraq’s security situation, challenges and progress, and his country’s special relationship with the United States.

LETTER TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE

Iraqi President Jalal Talabani traveled to New York this week for the 61st session of the United Nations General Assembly. In a letter to the American people, Talabani describes Iraq’s security situation, challenges and progress, and his country’s special relationship with the United States.

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