UNITED NATIONS — The United States, arguing that Saddam Hussein has done nothing but repeatedly defy U.N. disarmament orders, began laying out its case at the Security Council Wednesday for military action against Iraq.
Secretary of State Colin Powell, backed by top CIA officials, began presenting evidence at 10:35 a.m. EST that the United States says proves Saddam is concealing weapons of mass destruction.
"Resolution 1441 gave Iraq one last chance, one last chance to come into compliance, or face serious consequences," Powell told the Security Council. "What I can share with you is deeply troubling.
"Saddam Hussein and his regime have made no effort -- no effort -- to disarm."
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