israel says it will strike iran, in the next two or three months Options

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http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?p..._9-5-2006_pg1_3

[GhostofTHECHICKE...]

We sat on our thumbs and did basically nothing (besides sanctions) to North Korea. We'll probably do the same to Iran. I want diplomacy to work, but it may take much more than just words to deal with a regime that calls for nations to be "wiped off the map." Yet, I feel due to our current commitments elsewhere, we are not presently capable to deal with another major military engagement. Public sentiment would certainly not allow it, and a draft could become a reality.



I can see how another multi-state war in the Middle East would draw in several countries, regardless of their opinion on the Israeli/Arab conflict as a whole. They'd basically act in a neo-realist fashion, security being their main concern. Turkey would most certainly get involved, and that would most likely draw in Eastern Europe (and then escalate West). Iran is close to Pakistan/India, and I'm sure they'd love to kick their fued to the next level. And then let's not forget China, right there with a front seat to the action! Oh, and those Ruskies share a border with them, more fun stuff!

Worst case scenario for it to escalate that far, I know. But when you're dealing with a region that is so fragile, you have to be prepared for the worst.

actually it would most likely escelate to those countries getting involved. Not because of geography as much as the mere supply of oil being disturbed. All countries would be viaing for the rights to use whatever oil they could get their hands on... and thus conflict.