But the group's leaders, as well as Western diplomats, thought it inevitable that protests would be mounted.

Some diplomats, moreover, thought they saw hints that his condition was worse than the official press let on.

Some diplomats think that the election may not provide the mandate for further reform that Washington seeks.

Hardly a surprise, the diplomat thought as he extended his hand.

Yeah, those memos were not public information (and for good reason, other countries don't need to know what our diplomats think of them).

Although such an action remained theoretically possible, most diplomats thought it improbable.

In the end, probably not, most diplomats think.

Some diplomats thought China may have been waiting for the end of the United States' term.

Some diplomats think that with modern office equipment, the opposition coalition might even gain a majority in June.

Most diplomats think he is bluffing, but the neighboring leaders are taking no chances.