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Written question asked by Lord Avebury (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Triesman (Labour) on Wednesday, 2 November 2005.


Iraq: Weapons Used Against British Forces

Question
Whether they will publish the evidence on which the Prime Minister based his statement that information about explosive devices used against British troops in Iraq suggests the involvement of either Iranian elements or Hezbollah.
Answer

As a matter of routine, we examine weapons used against British Forces with a view to determine their origins. We are withholding this information on the grounds that to release it would prejudice the capability, effectiveness, and security of the Armed Forces.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
1701; 675 c22WA
Session
2005-06
Subjects
Arms trade Explosives Iraq Peacekeeping operations Terrorism Iran Hezbollah