All in all this is a victory for the security forces and for the settlers.

The military rule that began with the Six-Day War ends today. I hope that the departure of our forces from the Gaza Strip symbolizes the beginning of a period of tranquillity.

The training and equipping of Iraqi security forces should be accelerated.

This is an important victory for the military and ultimately for our national security.

After the 17th, the only thing left will be for them to fight with the army.

They can wave any flag they want, but we expect the Palestinian Authority to take full responsibility.