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Large Middle Eastern country with world's second-largest oil reserves. Infrastructure shot to hell by previous owner, and successive UN sanctions enforced by US administrations. Also, now a magnet for terrorists. New owner has to feed and protect 25 million people. But, if you decide to trim the population, present owner promises to turn a blind eye and not complain (please do so discreetly). A real fixer-upper. Present owner needs to sell because he has to win an election in 2004, and Iraq is a drag in the opinion polls. Also forgot to tell the American people the true cost before invasion and occupation. Get it cheap while you can. 5-day sale. Buyers with negative feedback will not be considered. Serious bidders only!!!
