Some diplomats have begun to talk of possible military action, but the Council is a long way from that moment.

Some Western diplomats have begun to ask whether the rebels could be on the verge of a military breakthrough.

Two American diplomats began a third meeting with the detained crew.

The diplomats also began quietly encouraging the civilian political leaders to find an alternative to his regime.

Western diplomats have begun developing contacts with some groups that take part in elections.

The diplomats immediately begin squabbling about who reached the Moon first.

Over the next few days, the foreign diplomats began shooting at Chinese nationals near the legation quarter.

American diplomats began moving into new housing in the compound only last year.

And Mexican diplomats began lobbying for acceptance of the matrícula card.

He has not been nominated, but diplomats are beginning to say he could become a compromise candidate.