Iraq says it will announce its decision regarding the new United Nations Security Council resolution on disarming Baghdad in the coming days. Najib Sabri, Iraq's Foreign Minister, stated today that the latest revisions made to the resolution, at the request of several Security Council members, have thwarted the U.S. goal of resorting to military force against Iraq. The Foreign Minister made these remarks in Cairo on the eve of the Arab League summit. The Arab League, which has 22 members, is preparing to discuss the approval of the new Security Council resolution that was unanimously passed yesterday, giving Baghdad until next Friday to accept the disarmament order. President Bush has warned that if Iraq does not abandon its weapons of mass destruction, it will face severe consequences.
Arab League to Take Position on Iraq Disarmament Resolution
Iraq plans to announce its stance on a new UN disarmament resolution soon, with Foreign Minister Najib Sabri claiming recent amendments have hindered U.S. military intentions. The Arab League is set to discuss this resolution, which gives Iraq a deadline to comply. This situation is critical as it highlights rising tensions between Iraq and the U.S.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Iraq is set to announce its position on a new UN disarmament resolution, with its Foreign Minister claiming that recent amendments have hindered U.S. military intentions. The Arab League is preparing to discuss this resolution, which gives Iraq a deadline to comply.
- The UN Security Council unanimously passed a resolution demanding Iraq disarmament.
- President Bush warned of severe consequences if Iraq does not comply with disarmament demands.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The U.S. has accused Iraq of possessing weapons of mass destruction, leading to international scrutiny and calls for disarmament. The Arab League's involvement reflects the collective Arab response to Western pressures.
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