Colin Powell: 45 Nations Back the United States in Supporting Iraq WarIt was reported this morning that the U.S. has strong backing for war in Iraq. The Sydney Morning Herald went on to detail the nations supporting President Bush's plans to oust Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein. (March 19, 2003) I quote briefly from that report: * * * US Secretary of State Colin Powell said today that 45 nations backed the United States in the coalition that may soon go to war with Iraq. Thirty of those countries - who have offered troops, overflight rights, logistical support and assistance and...