· 'Final push' for diplomatic solution · UN given 24 hours to agree deal · Saddam: we're ready for war [Guardian Unlimited]

-- I am not sure how Bush, Blair, and friends "pushed" for a diplomatic solution.  A week or so ago they said the 17th was the deadline.  Now it is the 17th.  Given a 1 day deadline does not allow for any sort of reaction by Iraq or the UN.

Since Bush created the axis of evil more than a year ago,  I have never seen any indication that Bush was seeking a diplomatic solution.  At least Blair indicated that that a diplomatic solution was desired. 

I pray for the safety of U.S. soldiers and the citizens of Iraq and all the World.