Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Saud Al-Faisal issued the following statement in Washington, DC:

"The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia shares the objectives of the United States in trying to bring about a stable, secure and united Iraq. Saudi Arabia looks forward to the success of the political process in establishing a government for the people of Iraq. The United States has assumed a great responsibility and has made great sacrifices to ensure a better future for Iraq and the Iraqi people, and we all hope for its success."