North Korea detonates what it says is a nuclear device and the world is outraged. The United Nations Security Council needs only 30 minutes to issue a unanimous condemnation. Even the Chinese representative says his country supports "punitive actions." The stage is set for precisely the kind of U.N. action envisioned by its founders--countering a threat to peace before it can explode into war.
Within 48 hours, the whole façade falls apart. As soon as it is time for action, the will evaporates. Beijing reverses course. The U.S. waters...
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