In a press conference Saturday morning, President Barack Obama once again affirmed that U.S. ground troops would not be sent into Iraq to combat the surging threat of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), though he promised expanded humanitarian assistance and that all American citizens working in the country would be vigorously defended.
He also lashed out at critics who have noted Iraq’s near-collapse into sectarian violence following the removal of U.S. ground troops in 2011.
“Ultimately only Iraqis can ensure the safety and stability of Iraq,” Obama said. “Americans can’t do it for them, but we will continue to be partners in the effort.”
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