1.   The emir did not say how many more people would appointed to the council, nor did he reveal how its role would be enhanced.

2.   The emir did not say what he was referring to.

3.   The emir said lawmakers misused their constitutional rights by demanding the no-confidence vote against Ahmed al-Kulaib.

4.   The emir said he and Bush discussed security, trade and development issues.

5.   The emir said lawmakers abused their constitutional powers by demanding the no-confidence vote against Ahmed al-Kulaib.

6.   In Geneva, the deposed emir said he aimed to return to his Gulf state and resume office as its lawful leader.

7.   After calling for an easing of sanctions earlier this year, the Qatari emir said Friday that Iraq must first implement UN sanctions.