The United Nations,African Union, the United States and former colonial power France have all criticized President Tandja's move to tighten his grip on power.

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And, as there is no interest in the United States assuming (either unilaterally or as part of the United Nations) the responsibilities for a full-fledged, long-term colonial administration of Somalia which is the only way the needed nation- and institution-building might proceed, the fastest possible removal of U.S. forces is the only way to prevent still further, indefensible casualties.

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And, as there is no interest in the United States assuming (either unilaterally or as part of the United Nations) the responsibilities for a full-fledged, long-term colonial administration of Somalia -- which is the only way the needed nation- and institution-building might proceed, the fastest possible removal of U.S. forces is the only way to prevent still further, indefensible casualties.

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His father, Hugh (later Lord Caradon), was a diplomat and colonial servant whose career included terms as governor of Cyprus and Britain's ambassador to the United Nations.

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