Tony Blair statement on Chilcot Report

The speaker reflects on their decision-making process, accepting responsibility for mistakes but maintaining that the decision was right. They address criticism and the demand for an apology, emphasizing the importance of political and military strategy. The speaker discusses the lessons and alliances Britain should consider and defends the sacrifices of troops in Iraq, arguing they fought against extremism and did not die in vain.

What does the speaker emphasize about the decision-making process?

• It was made without any mistakes.

• It was made in good faith with available information.

• It was made by passing responsibility to others.

• It was made with complete information.

What does the speaker acknowledge about the decision-making process?

• Mistakes in planning and process were made.

• The decision was made without any information.

• The decision was perfect.

• There were no mistakes.

How does the speaker respond to the expectation of an apology?

• They refuse to apologize for the decision itself.

• They apologize for the decision.

• They ignore the criticism.

• They blame others for the decision.

What does the speaker believe about the troops' actions in Iraq?

• They fought against extremism.

• They were not involved in any significant battles.

• They were not supported by the government.

• They fought in vain.

What does the speaker challenge critics to consider?

• The consequences of an alternative decision.

• The benefits of the decision made.

• The mistakes in planning.

• The support from allies.