The unanimous vote by the Security Council... offers Iraq a chance to disarm in peace. That was the meaning of France's initiative since the start.

obstacle to peace and security in Iraq.

it is possible that in the future we will call upon those of goodwill to help us strengthen the peace process.

The ancient covenant is in pieces; man knows at last that he is alone in the universe's unfeeling immensity, out of which he emerged only by chance. His destiny is nowhere spelled out, nor is his duty. The kingdom above or the darkness below: it is for him to choose.

The occupiers of Iraq have imposed their ominous presence on the Iraqi nation under pretext of providing them with security. They are responsible for such tragedies.

Sanctions on Iraq are not going to be lifted while Iraq continues to violate Security Council,