But the other countries have resisted American appeals for deadlines and rapid progress.

In three cases, entire countries resisted the deportation of their Jewish population during the Holocaust.

But some countries resist granting copyright protections because it would be a blow to local industry.

"Ah, yes, but it would have been a different thing if this country hadn't overcome its internal squabbles and resisted the English."

American officials said smaller countries might resist some of the provisions endorsed by Washington and Moscow.

Some European countries are also resisting the proposal, concerned that they will be marginalized.

But Western European countries have resisted a total embargo because it would hurt their economic interests.

Other former Communist countries resist importing natural gas because such imports are more expensive than nuclear energy.

Our country has also resisted this type of challenge.

It is gratifying that most other countries have resisted the pressure from the United States.