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Nature 423, 371 (22 May 2003) | doi:10.1038/423371a

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Lack of trust hampers hunt for weapons

Declan Butler

Confusion over how the US-led occupying powers will treat Iraqi scientists is hindering the search for weapons of mass destruction in the country, according to a growing number of weapons experts. Until the uncertainty ends, say observers, scientists who could hand over valuable information may be tempted to hide or flee to rogue nations.