Iraqis want Turkish soldiers instead of US forces

Iraqi civilians, former military officers and security forces demanded Turkish troops to hav duty in the country. Former Iraqi soldier Abdullah Hamdan said that Iraqi people would be happy to see Turkish troops in the region. "We want Turkish troops because they are our Muslim brothers. We want US soldiers to leave our country." he stated. One of Iraqi policeman Nabil Sadi said that Turkish people were brothers of Iraqi people. "We have lived under Ottoman control many years ago and we were patient. If Turkish soldiers work for Iraq’s happiness we will work with Turkish soldiers" he said. At a time when the traditionally strong ties between Turkey and the US are at an all time low, the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) faces the difficult decision over whether to send Turkish troops to Iraq.