§ Mr. WareingTo ask the Prime Minister, pursuant to his answer of 21 February,Official Report, columns 33–34, if Russia would be consulted and its approval need to be given before NATO air-strikes in Bosnia-Herzegovina were carried out.
§ The Prime MinisterUnited Nations Secretary Council resolution 836 authorises the use of air power in support of UNPROFOR in and around the safe areas in Bosnia-Herzegovina. There is no need for further decisions by the Security Council.
We nevertheless regard consultation with Russia as of the utmost importance. We welcome the Russians' positive contribution to lifting the siege of Sarajevo, which demonstrated their commitment to bringing the conflict to a peaceful end.
§ Mr. WareingTo ask the Prime Minister, pursuant to his answer of 21 February,Official Report, columns 33–34, if he will give President Yeltsin's response to his description of the specific terms of the North Atlantic Council's response to the United Nations Secretary-General's request for NATO asssistance at Sarajevo; and if he will make a statement.
§ The Prime MinisterI have nothing further to add to the reply that I gave to the hon. Member on 21 February at columns33–34.