Did Bush Blink?
By Dan Froomkin (THE WASHINGTON POST, 03/03/06):
This is an extract of Special to washingtonpost.com
In addition to all the predictable reactions (pro and con) to the landmark nuclear agreement reached in India yesterday, a powerful and unexpected new concern has emerged based on a last-minute concession by President Bush.
It appears that, to close the deal during his visit, Bush directed his negotiators to give in to India's demands that it be allowed to produce unlimited quantities of fissile material and amass as many nuclear weapons as it wants.
The agreement, which requires congressional approval, would be an important step toward Bush's long-held goal of closer relations with India.… Seguir leyendo »