By signing the peace agreement, the tribes agreed to “swear by God and his holy book Koran that we will unite in fighting terrorism in our areas.”
The strength of the tribes comes from the sheiks’ courage,” --Col. David W. Sutherland, commander, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division.
July 13, 2007:
Key leaders from the Ubaidi and Anbakia tribes met at the at the Baqouba Government Center to sign a peace agreement which will end the long conflicts between them and secure an alliance. Both the Ubaidi and Anbakia also agreed to unite against al Qaeda and other terrorist organizations, in order to restore peace.
"Key promises of the agreement include ending tribal infighting and kidnappings; providing names of tribal members operating against the people; fighting al-Qaida within Diyala; cooperating and working with the Iraqi Security Forces to assist in discovering improvised explosive devices and locating corrupt individuals within the government and security forces; honoring the law; solving agricultural disputes within tribes and assist in returning displaced families to their homes."
After signing the agreement, tribal leaders placed their hand on the Holy Koran to show their respect and committment to the agreement.
Source:
Ubaidi, Anbakia tribes sign peace agreement in Diyala. July 12, 2007. Multi-National Corps – Iraq, Public Affairs Office, Camp Victory.
http://www.mnf-iraq.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=12819&Itemid=21
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