'There can be no doubt that Saddam Hussein has biological weapons and the capability to rapidly produce more, many more.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Saddam Hussein possesses biological weapons and can quickly produce more.
- In plain terms
- He has bio‑weapons and can make many fast.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize rapid proliferation risks.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How reliable are assessments of secret weapons programs?
Another view
The claim may be based on limited intelligence and could be overstated.
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