We, the United Iraqi Alliance, were surprised by the results. We were expecting more seats. The opponents have made it clear through their statements and warnings that they stand alongside the terrorists.

There are some contacts, with the focal point of discussions revolving around the identity of Iraq .

When we penned the changes, we did not give consideration to the opposition by these groups. These people are not going to succeed in bringing down the constitution.

We cannot ignore the facts on the ground. Democracy means accepting the opinion of the majority. They should accept the other and the outcome of the ballot boxes. The Sunnis need to take this into consideration.

There will no going back and no new elections. The results must be accepted and the will of the people must be respected.

There will be no retreat and no rerun of the election. In the end we have to accept the results and the will of the people.