Iraqis Quote by James Franklin Jeffrey
“The Iraqi government and most Iraqis understand that they have to bring back the Sunni Arab 20, 25 percent of the population. It won't work with these Shia militias running amok in these areas.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Middle East Security Assessment, 2018
Reintegration of Sunni Arabs requires political inclusion and security reforms, not reliance on Shia militias.
In simple terms: Including Sunnis is essential for stability.
Key Takeaway
Promote inclusive governance.
Themes
politics
reconciliation
security
ethnic relations
Mood
analytical
strategic
Type
report
advice
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community rebuilding
- peace negotiations
- security sector reform
Key Concepts
statebuilding
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How can trust be rebuilt?
- What role do external actors play?
A Different Perspective
Sectarian tensions may persist despite reforms.
