Clinton characterized the bombings as signs of desperation among those who reject democratic change in Iraq.
"I think in Iraq there will always be political conflicts, there will always be, as in any society, sides drawn between different factions, but I really believe Iraq as a whole is on the right track," Clinton said.
"I wanted to come today to repeat the commitment President Obama and I and the American people have to Iraq and to assure you that as we make this transition the United States will stand with the people of Iraq."
The Obama administration plans to withdraw most troops out of Iraq over the next few years."I wanted to come today to repeat the commitment President Obama and I and the American people have to Iraq and to assure you that as we make this transition the United States will stand with the people of Iraq."
Clinton reassures Iraq in surprise stop in Baghdad
Los Angeles Times - 37 minutes ago
The secretary of State's comments are upbeat despite recent violence. She tells Iraqis the US is 'very committed' even though troops will be withdrawn.
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