"A substantial effort continues to examine the documents that have been recovered from the former Regime. ... For example, a large collection of audiotapes from Revolutionary Command Council meetings chaired by Saddam is being translated and reviewed. These will provide great insight into the decision making of the former Regime on a range of key subjects."

While Duelfer was cautious about how much light the Saddam tapes will shed on Iraq's unconventional weapons, he said the recordings "may provide more texture and details of particular programs and decisions. There may also be more specifics concerning who and how the programs were conducted, including support from outside Iraq."

Contrary to media reports, the top weapons searcher said he still hadn't concluded that Saddam had no WMDs when the war began, explaining:

"Some uncertainties remain and some information will continue to emerge about the WMD programs or the former Regime. Reports cited in the Comprehensive Report concerning the possible movement of WMD or WMD materials from Iraq prior to the war remain unresolved."

Duelfer indicated that he plans to resume his probe when Iraq becomes more stable.

"When circumstances are more conducive, further work may be done and an investigative plan has been developed."

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