Bush, on avoiding use of force in Iran: "As you know I'm skeptical" [View All]

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Bush refuses to rule out force against Iran

http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20050812/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearusisrael_050812182333

When asked if the use of force was an alternative to faltering diplomatic efforts, Bush said: "All options are on the table."

"The use of force is the last option for any president. You know we have used force in the recent past to secure our country," he said in a clear reference to Iraq, which the United States invaded in March 2003.

"I have been willing to do so as a last resort in order to secure the country and provide the opportunity for people to live in free societies," he added.

"In all these instances we want diplomacy to work and so we are working feverishly on the diplomatic route and, you know, we will see if we are successful or not. As you know I'm skeptical," he said.