| 1 | He said the occasion must not be used for political or sectarian revenge. | |
| 2 | But the state has a black spot, which dates back to 2002 and an outbreak of sectarian violence. | |
| 3 | So far, the ongoing violence in Iraq doesn't point to such sectarian peace soon. | |
| 4 | Some observers contend that Iraq will be in danger of falling apart once American troops leave. Zebari says he disagrees, saying that Iraqis are committed to resisting sectarian conflict. | |
| 5 | Iraqis are a proud people. They have rejected sectarian war, and they have no interest in endless destruction. |