The recent violence follows more than a decade during which Northern Ireland has made steady progress toward lasting peace and stability.

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The recent disorder follows more than a decade during which Northern Ireland has made steady progress toward lasting peace and stability.

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If carried out properly, AFRICOM's work can complement that of the State Department, USAID, and other U.S. Government agencies working on the continent and help contribute to lasting peace and stability across Africa.

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While we work to promote lasting peace and stability and human rights around the world, so that these refugees may one day return to their countries in safety and dignity, we know that for some voluntary return may not be possible.

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"The Iranian nation is prepared to enter into dialogue and negotiation in order to lay the ground for lasting peace and regionally inspired and generated stability for the region and beyond and the continued progress and prosperity of the nations of the region and the world, " one passage states.

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But, the United States, our allies, and the United Nations will all have to contribute to the rebuilding of this country if stability and lasting peace are to be hoped for.

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If left unaddressed, it will undermine progress toward national reconciliation, stability, and lasting peace.

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Today, as we celebrate the dawn of lasting peace and security in Sierra Leone, we are also symbolically erecting a new milestone on the road to peace and stability in the West African sub-region.

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