The United States on Monday strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Baghdad, which killed more than 100 people, saying that it showed the 'hateful and destructive' agenda of the attackers.

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US President Barack Obama said the bombings at the Iraqi ministry of justice and the headquarters of the Baghdad provincial administration 'serve no purpose other than the murder of innocent men, women and children, and they only reveal the hateful and destructive agenda of those who would deny the Iraqi people the future that they deserve.'

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Obama also spoke with his Iraqi counterpart, Talabani and the Prime Minister of Iraq, al-Maliki, to express condolences about the attack and reiterated the US' commitment to stand with the Iraqis.

"These attempts to derail Iraq's progress are no match for the courage and resilience of the Iraqi people, and their determination to build strong institutions," he said.

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Noting that the terrorists would not succeed in their efforts, the top US official said, "They will not deter Iraqis from administering justice based on the rule of law and carrying out their legitimate responsibilities in governing Baghdad."

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"Those responsible for such horrific acts must be pursued and brought to justice in accordance with Iraqi law," she said.

"We will continue to support the people and government of Iraq in fighting terrorism. We mourn the senseless loss of life and extend our condolences to the victims' families, friends, and community," Clinton said.

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