The U.S. and Iraq will work together next year to shift Iraqi resources from unproductive subsidies to productive uses that enable Iraqis to earn livelihoods.

I do believe it's possible that we could adjust our forces, downsizing them in the course of next year,

Hopefully, next year if we can get everything sorted out and together.

This is a critical moment for Iraq. We call on all Iraqis to unite against terror and violence. Coming together in unity to condemn this barbaric act, and working for Iraq's salvation will be the right response. This desperate and despicable act shows that terrorists stop at nothing and care for nothing.

The Kurds say they will not come back unless Iraq is federal.

Today marks another momentous step in the building of a new Iraq, ... will help pave the path to a democratic and independent Iraq, based on the rule of law.