“Abu Musab al-Zarqawi was a brutal killer whose hate and violence resulted in countless suicide bombings, beheadings, and kidnappings. His efforts to incite civil war in Iraq were nothing short of despicable. Yesterday’s airstrike by U.S. forces, resulting in the elimination of al-Zarqawi, is an important marker in our ongoing war on terror.

“Our military has fought with strength and courage in Iraq, and yesterday’s successful attack is a testament to our armed forces capabilities.

“We must not rest in our responsibility to hunt down and destroy terrorists. It is our duty to remain vigilant and focused in all of our efforts to protect and secure both our homeland and our citizens.”

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