We must work to encourage Iraqs neighbors to get involved in containing the violence. Specifically. these neighboring countries have the ability to put pressure on the different sects and local leaders to help unite the Iraqi Government. They have the ability to pass debt relief. participate in border control. and help avoid a potential refugee problem. I dont think people realize that there have been over 3.5 million refugees who have come out of Iraq. In December 2006. the bipartisan Iraq Study Group issued their recommendations for a successful United States strategy in Iraq. A core component of their proposal was that the United States act immediately to undertake a "diplomatic offensive" consisting of "new and enhanced diplomatic and political efforts in Iraq and the region." The recommendation called on the administration to engage the International community. the Arab League. traditional United States allies in the Middle East. and all Iraqs bordering neighbors in order to address regional conflicts and jointly bring stability to Iraq.
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