The following press release was published by the Matthew Miller, Department Spokesperson on Aug. 31. It is reproduced in full below.

We welcome the Iraqi court’s decision to convict and sentence multiple individuals on terrorism charges for their roles in the killing of U.S. citizen Stephen Troell. It is critical that all those responsible for the brutal, premeditated assassination of Mr. Troell face justice and accountability. We once again extend our condolences to Mr. Troell’s family and hope this verdict brings them some measure of justice.

Source: Matthew Miller, Department Spokesperson