(We've) seen those reports. Obviously, our hostage working group continues to be very much involved in this case, working with the Iraqis, but I can't confirm it for you.

We have seen reports that ... there is no distinction between 'abolish' and 'ceasing activity' and that the effect of Taiwan's action earlier this week was to abolish the Council.

I think that as we go forward, obviously, you know, as part of the diplomatic process you're going to have different countries with different positions on different aspects of the issue. But I think looking at it as a whole, looking at it in the broad sense, Iran is finding itself more and more isolated as a result of its own actions.

committed to and supportive of the investigation.

We're applying what we've learned from the previous earthquake, so that we can be prepared to be responsive quickly and in a meaningful way.

helped forge compromises when gaps needed to be bridged.