March 13, 2003

OUR FRENCH FRIENDS

Next time you're tempted to lift a glass of Bordeaux, consider this:

The not-quite English language Iraq daily today thanked a staunch ally:

Baghdad, March 11, INA
      "Head of Friendship, Peace and Solidarity Organization Dr. Abdul Razzaq al- Hashimi has received Chief World Children Organization & French Human Rights Eve Bionic .

Accordingly, Dr. Al- Hashimi appreciated the French clear attitude in rejecting US threats to launch unjustified military action against Iraq’s safety. Notifying that this position unveiled the false pretences of US lies on Iraq’s possession of the so-called Weapons of Mass Destruction, Mr. (sic!)Bionic underlined French people and government pro-Iraq stance stems from its deep faith of Iraqi just cause .
      On the other hand, he indicated to the mass demonstrations swept France to voice solidarity with Iraq .
      He made it clear that solidarity activities of the delegations visiting Iraq have worldwide repercussions on western media proving success in conveying peace voices to the whole world."

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