The Age [Australia]

01/24/05

The British Government has moved to curb American enthusiasm for an attack on Iran by issuing a dossier outlining the cause for military peace, it was reported in London yesterday.In marked contrast to Britain's publications in support of the Iraq invasion, the dossier has been released quietly but makes no secret of the Blair Government's preference for a 'negotiated solution' to Iran's nuclear program. ...

Speculation about an imminent U.S. attack on Iran was refreshed last week by President George Bush's inauguration speech promising that he would use his second term to spread democracy and freedom across the globe 'by force of arms if necessary.'

Vice-President Dick Cheney reinforced that undertaking. 'You look around at potential trouble spots. Iran is right at the top of the list,' he said...

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Informant: Thomas L. Knapp