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The United States has begun beefing up its approach to defending its Persian Gulf allies against potential Iranian missile strikes, officials say. The defenses are being stepped up in advance of possible increased sanctions against Iran
Originally posted by Walkswithfish
If there is a new war in the Middle East, the best way they can solidify US support for that war, would be following the aftermath of a large scale terrorist attack in the USA that can be linked in any way to Iran.
response:
Very good point..
A false flag attack that kills thousands more Americans would definitely be the turning point on public support for another war. This is also a very frightening reality. This is one to watch really close....
[edit on 31-1-2010 by kennylee]
Originally posted by kennylee
response:
Very good point..
A false flag attack that kills thousands more Americans would definitely be the turning point on public support for another war. This is also a very frightening reality. This is one to watch really close....
Originally posted by Walkswithfish
War with Iran is nearly certain, either it will be started by Israeli strikes on Iran or by the U.S. (less likely) ... Either way, building up these defenses in the gulf region is a logical move.
Originally posted by JIMC5499
Originally posted by Walkswithfish
War with Iran is nearly certain, either it will be started by Israeli strikes on Iran or by the U.S. (less likely) ... Either way, building up these defenses in the gulf region is a logical move.
My money is on Iran starting it. I can see one of the anti-government factions launching a missile attack on Israel or Iraq. They would be trying to get the US to force a change in Iran's government, leaving them in charge.