At the end of 2002, we could have hoped that Mr. Blix was convinced by the Bush administration, the United Kingdom and the new U.N. resolution not to be so easily deceived by Saddam Hussein.

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Whirl in giant teapots at The Mad Tea Party in the Magic Kingdom Park, dance to Aerosmith on the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios, or spot giraffes during a Kilimanjaro Safari at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

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Previously led by the United Kingdom, there can be no doubt that the U.N.

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The United Kingdom and France have also put in requests with the U.N. to investigate the alleged use of such weapons in three cases.

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Competing drafts, sponsored by the United Kingdom and Pakistan, are expected to be considered by the U.N.

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"What the United Kingdom must do is apply the diplomatic obligations of the (U.N.) Refugee Convention and let him leave with a safe conduct pass, " said Baltasar Garzon, a former Spanish judge who said he is working pro bono as coordinator of Assange's defense team, by e-mail from Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic.

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"In reality, what's happening here is the United Kingdom is benefiting from its privileged position as a permanent member of the (U.N.) security council, " she said.

CNN: June 15, 2012 -- Updated 0923 GMT (1723 HKT)