Analysis: Member states of the United Nations debate the issue of the use of military force against Iraq

From: All Things Considered (NPR) | Date: October 16, 2002| Author: JOHN YDSTIE | Copyright information


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10-16-2002

Analysis: Member states of the United Nations debate the issue of the use of military force against Iraq

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Diplomatic efforts were looking bumpy today at the United Nations. The US has faced considerable criticism as it seeks a new resolution on Iraq backed up by the threat of force. And today, the Security Council embarked on a rare public debat...

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