I will deal with the politicians in a political way and with the nonpoliticians in a nonpolitical way.

I renew my call for the occupier (the United States) to leave our land. The departure of the occupier will mean stability for Iraq, victory for Islam and peace and defeat for terrorism and infidels.

Go forth from our holy land and go back to your families who are waiting for you impatiently, that you and we, as well, lead a peaceful life together.

I fear only God, all praises to Him.

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.

The Iraqi people are suffering just as if they were still under Saddam.

The US-led forces have the money, weapons and huge numbers, but these things are not going to weaken our will because God is with us.