The resolution supporting Volcker's investigation called on the U.S.-led coalition in Iraq, the Iraqis themselves, and all 191 U.N. member states and their regulatory authorities "to cooperate fully by all appropriate means with the inquiry."
Russia had initially opposed Volcker's request for a Security Council resolution on grounds that a council statement was enough and its members should not look backward and "stir up the old issue" of oil-for-food. But it relented and supported the resolution.
The official close to the Volcker inquiry said, however, that "the Russians have been reluctant to provide witnesses and information."
"They are being problematic and they are digging in their heels. They're not handing over materials," the official said.
But, but "Pootie" is our friend. I know that quietly he armed Iraq, has been meeting with China, and has been building up is nuclear arsenal. He's just being a silly "Pootie".
We have looked deep into his eyes and seen his soul, and we know he would never do anything mean to hurt US. He's "Pootie Pute".