Synopsis
After the tragedy of 9/11, Tony Blair stands beside America in the war against terror. The fallout of his decisions marks the biggest challenge to his premiership.
- Programme: Blair & Brown: The New Labour Revolution
- Episode: 04
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2021
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