Political uncertainties and military weakness suggest Nato's aid may be largely symbolic
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Nato is not likely to play a key role in organizing large-scale retaliation against those believed to be responsible for the terrorist attacks in the US. Instead, it will probably focus on a long-term policy of coordinating information about terrorism and isolating states that support terrorists.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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EU official says 'US to blame' for terror attacks
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A spokesman for European Commissioner for Development Poul Neilson has denied that he made a connection between US dominance and the terrorist attacks there. This controversy has arisen as efforts are being made to create the first European Union-wide anti-terrorist unit.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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Washington hardliners want 'every snake in the swamp.'
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Hardliners within the US administration are calling for general military action against countries that sponsor terrorism, rather than just focusing on retaliation for the attacks on the World Trade Centre and the Pentagon. However, most policymakers are aware that care must be taken to avoid the impression of a general offensive against Muslim nations.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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