Trimble, Blair, Mowlam and Ahern should take a gamble on weapons

Article Abstract:

The Good Friday peace agreement makes it clear that Sinn Fein is obliged to attempt to persuade the IRA to abandon its weapons. However, Sinn Fein Pres Gerry Adams is now stating that Sinn Fein is unable to deliver the demand for IRA weapons. It is impossible for outsiders to assess whether Adams risks a rift within the IRA by pressing for decommissioning. Those seeking to move the North Irish peace process forwards should now take a risk and permit the executive to be formed. Sinn Fein should be allowed to join the executive, and then it must be seen whether Sinn Fein really does seek to bring about the decommissioning of all IRA weapons.

Government domestic functions, Civil Conflict, Northern Ireland, Political activity, Column, Civil war, Irish Republican Army, Sinn Fein

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Necessary bloodshed

Article Abstract:

Military action against Afghanistan seemed a necessary response to the terrorist attacks of Sep 11, 2001, but has brought great suffering for ordinary Afghans. Attention must now focus on rebuilding the country, ensuring that ordinary people can live in peace and safety.

Police Protection, Terrorist Control, Military Action, Afghanistan, Military policy, Terrorism, Military operations

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