President Barack Obama released a statement saluting soldiers who fought in the Iraq War on Tuesday.

The President took time to honor over 4,000 soldiers who lost their lives and pushed for support of those suffering from physical and mental disorders.

Read his statement (below):

As we mark the 10th anniversary of the beginning of the Iraq war, Michelle and I join our fellow Americans in paying tribute to all who served and sacrificed in one of our nation’s longest wars.   We salute the courage and resolve of more than 1.5 million service members and civilians who during multiple tours wrote one of the most extraordinary chapters in military service.  We honor the memory of the nearly 4,500 Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice to give the Iraqi people an opportunity to forge their own future after many years of hardship.  And we express our gratitude to our extraordinary military families who sacrificed on the home front, especially our Gold Star families who remain in our prayers.      

The last of our troops left Iraq with their heads held high in 2011, and the United States continues to work with our Iraqi partners to advance our shared interest in security and peace.  Here at home, our obligations to those who served endure.  We must ensure that the more than 30,000 Americans wounded in Iraq receive the care and benefits they deserve and that we continue to improve treatment for traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder.  With a strong Post 9/11 GI Bill, we must help our newest veterans pursue their education and find jobs worthy of their incredible talents.  And all Americans can continue to support and honor our military families who are pillars of so many of our communities.  On this solemn anniversary, we draw strength and inspiration from these American patriots who exemplify the values of courage, selflessness and teamwork that define our Armed Forces and keep our nation great.

Obama strongly opposed the War on Iraq and officially ended it in December of 2011.

'The Bible' has been a hit for The History Channel with record ratings, reviews, and controversy.

The mini-series has recently came under fire for casting an Obama look-a-like to play the role of Satan.

Producers for the show deny purposely casting an Obama look-a-like and claim to have the utmost respect for the U.S. President.

"Both Mark and I have nothing but respect and love for our President, who is a fellow Christian," said Producer Roma Downey. "False statement such as these are just designed as a foolish distraction to try and discredit the beauty of the story of The Bible."

You can catch next week's episode on Sunday, 8 pm E.T. on The History Channel.