Iraqi opposition groups are not strong enough to get the job done.

Still, no concrete arrangements have been made, the Iraqi political groups said.

Both Iraqi groups are believed to have sent out forces against coalition troops in the opening days of the war.

Such discussions should be led by neutral third parties and include all Iraqi groups, including women.

Iraqi opposition groups say the episode cannot have been a coincidence.

Congress has authorized $97 million to be used to assist such Iraqi opposition groups.

What is more, no single Iraqi group truly wants the Americans out.

Iraqi opposition groups are expected to meet this month in Brussels to coordinate their efforts.

"We think it should be the opposite, that Iraqi groups make the decisions and consult with the occupying forces."

This afternoon several members of Iraqi opposition groups met with military and administration officials to explain why the uprisings had not occurred in the south.