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Banned
Iraq didn't let the UN inspect their nuclear research, and it wasn't clear what Iraq were and were not capable of. Western leaders were concerned about Iraq's weapons and also wanted to remove Saddam from power for other reasons. Iraq insiders provided 'proof' that they were developing WMDs, and IMO that was enough for Bush and Blair, whereas I believe they should have investigated the claims a lot more thoroughly, and found that they were completely false, by Iraqis that also wanted to remove Saddam. But it's my opinion that Bush and Blair believed (because they wanted to) the claims were true.
Hans Blix the UN weapons inspector would agree with you. But hey ho, why take any notice of the UN and democracy.