War by another name

THE forthcoming invasion of Iraq does not yet have a sexy name code like Operation Desert Storm. A catchy title is a vital part of any modern military adventure.

Mon, 17 Feb, 2003 - 00:00

The Americans could try a name that reflects the Bush approach to global diplomacy, such as Operation Gunslinger or Operation Yee Haw!

The British will also need a title. Operation Restore Imperial Pretensions or Operation Recover Global Status spring to mind and one with a positive theme could go down a bomb, such as Operation Lower Petrol Prices.

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