The trouble is that the United States recognises none of the extra-judicial institutions, such as the international court. It is like SIPTU refusing to accept the jurisdiction of Irish Congress of Trade Unions. We need law and institutions but we cannot have them if judgments on what is legal or illegal are made by participants in conflict. The Government has failed in this area because it has ducked the fundamental issues. I have not heard a single member of the Government say whether he or she believes this war is legal. It would be helpful if that were stated. Ministers say that because of the absence of a UN resolution, we cannot participate in the war. Is that because we cannot do so politically or legally? It cannot be done politically because the public would not allow it to happen. Is Ireland legally precluded from doing so? I cannot get an answer from the Government. The Attorney General's advice is that the shameful use of Shannon Airport in this activity is not contrary to our laws or Constitution.