PM's terror warning: don't be complacent, be vigilant
By James Cusick, Westminster Editor
Introduction
Last night, Tony Blair's hopes of controlling anti-war rebellion in Labour ranks were shattered when a Cabinet minister and a former Cabinet minister reminded the Prime Minister that any unilateral action against Iraq would not be tolerated. This article explores the warnings issued by Clare Short and Chris Smith, as well as the significance of Blair's upcoming Mansion House address.
Warnings against unilateral action
Clare Short, the international development secretary, highlighted the importance of leaving the decision of military action against Iraq up to the United Nations. She emphasized that it should be the UN's responsibility to determine whether Iraq should be disarmed. Former culture secretary, Chris Smith, echoed this sentiment, stating that the United States and Britain must seek world agreement before attacking Iraq.
Both Short and Smith's remarks serve as a clear warning to Blair that he cannot automatically expect his party's support if he follows George Bush's lead. These comments, along with similar statements from Syria and France, indicate that the new UN resolution is not seen as an unconditional right to attack Iraq if it fails to comply with the weapons inspections regime.
Blair's upcoming Mansion House address
In light of the ongoing terrorist threat within the UK, Tony Blair is preparing for his Mansion House address where he will emphasize the dangers of public complacency and the need for vigilance. Smith and Short's warnings further underscore the importance of Blair's message, as they signify a potential fracture in the Labour party's support for unilateral US/UK action against Iraq.
Blair aims to address the drop in public vigilance over the last year and bring the public into the confidence of the government. He will emphasize the need to strike a balance to avoid draconian measures, as terrorists seek to disrupt normal life and instill fear.
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Conclusion
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