I have discussed the issue with the interior minister. She clearly is in a dangerous situation, but we're working hard with the Iraqis and others to get her released.

You can't have someone who is regarded as sectarian as the minister of interior.

We're going to press very hard for this.

When there have been differences between the various forces with regard to a particular issue, and they've asked for my help, I have proposed to them options for bridging the differences between them. Failure is not an option, and if they need my help, I have told them I'm available at any time.

I have talked to the Iraqi foreign minister and told him that the situation is dangerous, and it is important to implement Security Council resolutions to avoid a crisis,

We want him to form as quickly as possible a good, strong cabinet. It is important that there be a cabinet made up of ministers who will work for all Iraqis and bring Iraqis together.