I have said it many times: the policy of exclusion and the policy of marginalization must end in Iraq.

I will continue to defend Najaf as it is the holiest place. I will remain in the city until the last drop of my blood has been spilled.

America has shown its evil intentions, and the proud Iraqi people cannot accept it. They must defend their rights by any means they see fit.

I fear only God, all praises to Him.

We will not stop resisting the occupation until liberation or martyrdom.

For us, holding on to religious rules, and following them, and refraining from what's forbidden, and being diligent with our duties, what do we call that? That's what we call freedom.

I don't want the chair of the government because it will be controlled by the U.S. and I don't want to be controlled by the U.S.