[Brian Allen]

<< But they accept that Britain will go along with an American-led war in almost all circumstances, including a conflict in the spring if Washington is determined to launch an early campaign. >>

Bankrupt Britain doesn't have any army equipment anywhere near ready for our Mid-East war [A recent excercise in Oman was three years in the planning -- and less than three days in the abject failing!] and can neither get any ready in time -- nor get it to Iraq to be on time -- not even for a 'photo op.

And, when it boils right down to it -- who cares?

[MadIvan]

Bankrupt Britain doesn't have any army equipment anywhere near ready for our Mid-East war [A recent excercise in Oman was three years in the planning -- and less than three days in the abject failing!] and can neither get any ready in time -- nor get it to Iraq to be on time -- not even for a 'photo op.

20,000 troops and the Ark Royal are already on their way there and the reservists have been called up.

Sit way back in the room, Brian.

Ivan

[Miss Marple]

Go away, Brian. You are just trying to get in a fight with Ivan.