Biden, al-Maliki honor troops' sacrifices during Day of Commitment Ceremony
Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki (center left) talks to U.S. Vice President Joe Biden after giving his speech during the Government of Iraq Day of Commitment Ceremony in the Al Faw Palace at Victory Base Complex, Iraq, Dec. 1, 2011. Ambassador to Iraq James F. Jeffrey is on the left and Iraqi President Jalal Talabani is on the right. The ceremony commemorated the sacrifices and accomplishments of U.S. and Iraqi service members. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Cecilio Ricardo)