"Manning stressed to Rice that promoting regime change in Iraq should not lead to regime change in the UK, emphasizing Blairs political vulnerability ahead of invasion."
"Blair aimed to secure a second UN resolution, framing it as essential for domestic cabinet and parliamentary support, highlighting the political risks involved."
"Rice acknowledged the importance of a second resolution for Blair, recognizing that while Bush could act unilaterally, Blair faced a much different political landscape."
"Manning indicated that without the support of a second resolution, Blair risked being forced from office, underscoring the need for careful political navigation."
Documents reveal warnings to the US regarding the risks of invading Iraq without a second UN resolution, which could jeopardize Tony Blair's premiership. Blair's advisor, David Manning, outlined to Condoleezza Rice the necessity of a second resolution for gaining political support in the UK. Manning conveyed the differing political landscapes for Bush and Blair, emphasizing that without a second resolution, Blair could lose cabinet and parliamentary backing, leading to his political downfall. The urgency of these discussions was noted prior to a planned visit by Blair to President Bush at Camp David.
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