Written question asked by Lord Kennet (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 24 March 1999. It was answered by Lord Gilbert (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 March 1999.

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Gilbert, RtHonLord

Question

Whether British Forces attacking Iraqi targets, other than in self-defence, are operating under United States command; if so, whether the British Government have now accepted American policy towards Iraq which explicitly includes the toppling of the present Iraqi Government; and whether that is compatible with the provisions of the Charter of the United Nations or with any Security Council Resolutions. [HL 1442].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 1442; 598 c163-4WA

Session

1998-99

Subjects

Armed forces Armed conflict Iraq USA UN resolutions