Do you think that there will ever be peace among the U.S., Iran & Iraq?
357275
my first thought to this question was 'when hell freezes over and all the jihadist go ice skating'\n\nbut seriously, this is not something that can belegislated and enforced.  it comes down to getting over our fear of each other by reaching out and trying to at least understand where the other side is comming from.\n\nsometimes i have hope this will happen in time,  other times it's just depressing to think about
429640
The whole MAD business.  If both sides start using nuclear weapons, the world has a good chance of ending.  So, no one actually uses them.  I'm guessing if Iran actually uses them, the US won't retaliate because no one wants to use nuclear weapons.
246469
There will NEVER be peace...there is too much greed in the world. \n\nThere will always be someone wanting more than they have...be it, money or power.
392754
No. The middle east will never see peace, And if Christians think there can be peace, they need to read their Bible again. That is where the final war will be. All nations will go against God's nation. Israel.  So, pray for peace all you want. There will be none. Ever.
790525
No, absolutely not.  This would send the entire middle east into war.  Iran would invade along with Syria.  We must stay until the Iraqi's can defend themselves.  A gradual reduction of troops over a three year period should do the trick.  I am a White, Catholic, Male, Italian.
787347
Eh, the US just needs to turn everything between the Mediterranean, Black, Caspian seas, and the Persian Gulf into a sheet of glass. Meaning we just need to blow the entire Middle East to bits and just start over. Look at what its like over there. Every country over there is at war, and has been at war for hundreds of years. Not to mention the US just recently turn Iraq into a neverending quagmire of gunfire and violence. It's not an anti-muslim thing here, its just a theory of ending the constant bloodshed in the region. Nuke the entire area and move on, there is no "peacefull" or "diplomatic" solution to anything in that region.\n\nBut as far as loving your enemies.... I dunno... I'm a Druid, and I like some Christians, but I won't say I love 'em.
893954
I don't think there is a workable plan for Iraq which involves a US presence there.  As much as I hate to have to go this route, I think bringing Iraq's neighbors into the picture may be the only way to insure a unified Iraq.  That would mean that in little time Iran would play the main role.  At least Iran would have influence over the Shia insurgents there.  Bringing them in would enable us to "redeploy" (leave).\n\nIf we remain, in addition to the losser we and the Iraqi people will continue to face, the country will in all probability divide into three sections.  With one of those section being Kurdish it will increase tensions on the Northeastern border.  turkey is very nervous about the idea of a Kurdish state since a portion of the land the Kurds occupy is Turkish.\n\nAll in all we have done exactly what George H Bush tried to avoid when he was president, make a terrible situation worse with an occupation.  Saddam did what most successful dictators do, he killed those who showed signs of being able to lead.  When we removed him it created a vacuum that nobody in Iraq will be able to fill in the near term.
618
Never. Iraq was not a succesful example for US. They'll put more economical pressure on Iran rather than military action.
807031
no, with the US here now, there is no world peace. It would be more violent though
925960
When there is more stability in Iraq.  As of now the only peace that is being maintained over there is due to us maintaining it.  We're actually brining peace to the country as opposed to if we were to pull out all hell would break loose.\nIt's hard to say when we'll pull out, but I'm guessing in the next 3 years we may see some downsizing of our troops over there.
818230
You make some very good points - and your question is well thought out and written - but I believe the theory that terrorists can be dealt with successfully using diplomacy, negotiation or reasonable dialog was pretty much discounted when President Carter tried these policies during the Iranian hostage crisis.\n\nBefore reasonable dialog can take place, reasonable people must be involved. We are dealing with Islamic radicals - people who would cut your head off just to make another video. \n\nI do agree that more priority must be placed on training and equipping the Iraqi security forces to try and shorten the time needed to get them in position to take over the peace keeping tasks and routing out the terrorists now performed by American troops.\n\nUltimately, the Iraqi people will either stand up and fight for their freedoms and rights, or all of the humanitarian and military aid we can muster will be in vane - regardless of our strategy in this war.
774290
Yes. That guy in the video has many good points. Bush just isn't a very bright man. \n\nI only hope that Iraq can live peacefully within itself in time.
320685
One sincerely hopes that a war between Iran and the US never breaks out. But judging from the way things are turning out, war is a very real possibility. If war does break out:-\nThere will be heavy casualties on both sides. However, Iran will have to eventually concede defeat, or be wiped off. Though Iran has a large military force, it is largely antiquated and their might is still nowhere compared to what the US and its allies can bring to bear. All Iran's confident rhetoric and talk is only for public consumption and is actually to pep up their own troops and countrymen. Though it may have acquired weapons and delivery systems through its clandestine programme, their true capabilities are still suspect. Remember, both Saddam and the Taliban also behaved with similar over-confidence and arrogance before the conflicts began and in the initial stages.\nAlso, the US will not be alone. They will have allies as most of the developed nations consider Iran a rogue state, and will either back the US or at least tow their line. While many think the entire Moslem/Arab world will unite behind Iran, I feel that may not happen. Remember Iran is not an Arab nation. Deep down, there are significant differences simmering between the Sunni Arab states and largely Shiite Iran. While there will be rumblings of opposition to US action, I doubt any Arab state will cast their lot with Iran when it comes to taking up arms and actually fighting. Some independent militia groups might though.... Also, commercial considerations carry weight and siding with the US or being mute spectators is best for the Arab world in the long run. For the US, the key is to keep Israel out of the conflict. Iran will surely strike at Israel and if Israel retaliates, then Arab nations may offer support to Iran. Therefore, Israel should be kept out of action and protected from an Iranian strike at all costs. \nOne thing is certain, a war like this could escalate into a global one and any war there will alter the geo-strategic and economic balances in the region. \nThere will be a realignment of Moslem/Arab nations. The oil sector will be most radically affected.
104588
It would take a coalition of countries and U.N. resolve plus resolutions, and getting Congress to approve.  Yes it is possible, however no one wants more war so a lot of diplomacy will be tried before it comes down to an actual war.  Is the U.S. able the answer to that is also a yes.  The U.S. is able to do most everything it sets it's mind to do.  I believe that there will be a settlement with Iran being willing to allow inspectors in to supervise the Nuclear Operations. If they intend this power only to make electricity from they should have no problem complying with that U.N. request.
116294
Absolutely, Peace and Democracy will happen in Iraq. I have a source you can look at to see the progress and great things that happen in Iraq that the mainstream media doesn’t tell you about.
129506
IRAN ALWAYS WANT PEACE
148428
This is a country that has been openly preaching hate and advocating obliteration of its enemies for nearly thirty years. I HOPE the U.S. attacks Iran rather than allowing it to become a nuclear power. I'm afraid that if it does, it will have to carry the burden by itself, because the rest of the world has shown itself unenthusiastic for unrewarding but necessary hardships.