Bush may push Iraq war despite UN veto fears
The United States weighs a unilateral move to disarm Saddam Hussein as Security Council members split. Britain backs the U S stance while France Russia and China resist. Washington hopes for broad backing after a possible second UN resolution or a unilateral vote.
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Blair Walks Diplomatic Tightrope Over Iraq War
Britain divides over war with Iraq as Prime Minister Blair backs the United States against Saddam Hussein. He faces opposition within Labour and wide public protests while pressing for U.N. backing or war with or without it.
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Saudi oil sites tighten security amid threats from al Qaida
With war looming in Iraq Saudi authorities bolster protections at Ras Tanura oil terminal refinery and pipelines. US officials cite al Qaida plots and recovered Afghanistan era documents signaling possible attacks on Saudi oil interests. Experts warn disruption could spike world oil prices.
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