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.

I am confident that you brothers in parliament will champion the will of the people over that of the occupier.

I beg you not to resort to demonstrations, for they have become nothing but burned paper.

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.

Anyone who seeks to be involved in politics should join hands with America.

I repeat my demand that the occupier leave the land of our beloved Iraq unconditionally, without retaining bases or signing agreements.

Do not betray the people.