"We will get the fuck out of Iraq"

Britain will take troops out of Iraq regardless of US, says PM

Tuesday, July 31, 2007

By Andrew Grice

Gordon Brown has paved the way for the withdrawal of British troops from Iraq by telling George Bush he would not delay their exit in order to show unity with the United States.

And this is quite interesting:

Bush on Brown

"I would describe Gordon Brown as a principled man who really wants to get something done."

"Not a dour Scot ...not an awkward Scot...a humorous Scot."

"He's got a strong commitment to helping people realize the blessing of education. I thank you very much for that vision."

"He's a glass half full man."

[Referring to the death of Brown's 10 day old baby in 2002]

"He's a man who's suffered unspeakable tragedy - it's strengthened his soul.

I was impressed."

Brown on Bush

"We have had full and frank discussions. We have had the capacity and ability to meet yesterday for two hours to discuss person-to-person some of the great issues of our time."