Iraqis hit back at US commander Mullen for warning of "major security losses" if Iraq does not pass a key security deal.

BBC, here

"...Such a statement is not welcomed by Iraq. All Iraqis and their political entities are aware of their responsibilities and are assessing whether to sign the deal or not in a way that it is suitable to them. "It is not correct to force Iraqis into making a choice and it is not appropriate to talk with the Iraqis in this way."