The Germans certainly - the intelligence service believed that there were WMD. It turns out that we were all wrong, probably in my judgment, and that is most disturbing.

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This quote suggests that the speaker, who is not identified, is reflecting on the belief of the German intelligence service about the existence of weapons of mass destruction (WMD). The statement acknowledges that they were misguided in their assessment, implying that they, as well as others, were mistaken in their belief. The speaker finds this realization troubling, indicating the potential impact and consequences of such inaccurate intelligence. Additionally, the quote leaves room for personal judgment, indicating an interpretation made by an individual regarding the situation.

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