Paul Bremer, the American administrator of civilian affairs in Iraq, stated that the transfer of sovereignty to the people of Iraq will take place on June 30, despite the terrorists' attempts to derail this process. Bremer made this statement on Tuesday in Baghdad during a memorial service for Abdulaziz al-Hakim, the head of the Iraqi Governing Council, who was killed along with six others in a suicide bombing on Monday. Meanwhile, sporadic clashes continued last night between coalition forces and fighters loyal to the radical Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr. Ayatollah Sistani has called on both sides to withdraw from the holy Shia cities. In Baghdad, General Kimmitt denied media reports that four individuals had been arrested in connection with the beheading of an American.
Paul Bremer: Despite Terrorists' Efforts, Transfer of Sovereignty to the People of Iraq Will Occur
Paul Bremer announced that the transfer of sovereignty to Iraqis will happen on June 30, despite terrorist efforts to disrupt it. This statement was made during a memorial for a council leader killed in a bombing. Ongoing clashes between coalition forces and Shia fighters highlight the volatile situation in Iraq.
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📰 What Happened
Paul Bremer announced Iraq's sovereignty transfer despite terrorist threats.
- Paul Bremer announce people of Iraq
- Ayatollah Sistani call coalition forces, fighters loyal to Muqtada al-Sadr
- General Kimmitt deny media reports
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The transfer of sovereignty is crucial for Iraq's future and regional stability.
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