I see it as my duty to take a stand for the Iraqi people, for democracy, freedom and reconciliation.
Since the state was dismantled in Iraq, institutions have disappeared and people have withdrawn into their clans and tribes.
It is clear that, with the exception of a few extremists, the Iraqi people are fully behind the government's efforts to restore law and order, and to build the necessary security to hold elections in Iraq.
We intend to liberate the people and bring the rule of law,
We hope they will come to their senses. Otherwise, we have to bring them to face the justice, ... We intend to liberate the people and bring the rule of law to Falluja.
are outlaws or terrorists ... who do not represent the sentiments of the people of the towns.