I was watching CNN this morning (Paula Zahn) and she reported on a supposed quote from the French Ambassador to the US. Apparently, this person said (off-camera) that France will definitely ‘back’ the U.S. with their military in the event that Saddam uses chemical or biological weapons. Not an exact quote, but the sentiment is the same.
Last I heard, the above statement could not be confirmed true…yet CNN reported on it. Now, my intention is not to debate whether or not CNN is a credible news source. Just wondering if anyone heard any further (more accurate) info on this story.
I also read that France said they would join in IF Iraq used weapons of mass destruction in the coming conflict. I guess that would serve as proof that Saddam hasn’t really disarmed.
I’ve also heard that even though France has refused to help plant the wheat, harvest it, grind it, knead the dough or bake bread, they are demanding to sit at table and eat it when it’s done. In other words, they want to play a major role in the post-war occupation and reconstruction of Iraq.
Hotdamn! I guess Chirac is admitting that he sold this stuff(chemical/biological poisons) to Iraq in the first place! Man, ya can’t beat the French for nerve!
The French will send their very finest paper-shredding brigades. :rolleyes:
Seriously, though, I think France and Germany stand to come under very heavy criticism when invasion forces uncover the recent (under the limited oil sales program, since Saddam kicked out the weapons inspectors several years ago) paper trail for certain arms and proscribed-technology deals back to them.
