Iranian Solution
The following is what I believe to be the Iranian solution. Anyone that desires to send this to the public at large is free to do so through a mass mailing (chain letter). Together, let us solve this crises once and for all:
Recently, there has been discussion regarding a possible military strike of Iran. As Americans, we should be highly wary of this. Many believe that a nuclear armed Iran is intolerable, as they believe that Iran will inevitably use these weapons on Israel, or possibly, on the United States. As to this, we can not be certain. More importantly—we can not be certain as to whether or not Iran already possesses nuclear weapons in its arsenal. This later thought is truly what we should fear, especially when comprehending the recent history of what President Bush has named to be the “axis of evil.” After all, one of these countries, North Korea, has already acquired nuclear weapons for quite some time now. What is more, North Korea and Iran have colluded in recent times, unto the point whereby they are, indeed, allies. Although North Korea is distant from Iran, both countries possess ports for shipments from sea. It is entirely possible that North Korea has given Iran nuclear weapons by oceanic freight. This may seem to be a remote possibility, but a recently unclassified intelligence report has disclosed the fact that Iran and North Korea have recently co-developed nuclear delivery systems. What is more, there are some reports that North Korea has given Iran possible materials used in the acquisition of nuclear weapons that Iran did not quite possess on its own. If Iran and North Korea traded a nuclear weapon, or two, it would likely be conducted with the utmost secrecy and be done with incredible care. After all, the United States was caught unaware when North Korea developed their own nuclear weapons as quickly as they did, and Japan was caught just as unaware when North Korea launched a missile over Japanese territory in a show of strength as early as 1998.
“Iran already is producing Scud SRBMs with North Korean help and has begun production of the Shahab-3.”
http://www.cia.gov/cia/reports/721_r...1998.html#iran
Although some would make the argument that Iran would have already launched a nuclear missile if they had acquired one, this is not certain. Many people believed that North Korea would do the same if they acquired weapons; however, so far, North Korea has proved this to be untrue. Although Iran is ruled by Islamic fundamentalists, one must realize that Israel is valued for what is within Israel itself. Israel contains numerous Islamic holy sites; many of these are located within Jerusalem. It would not be politically, or religiously viable for Iran to strike Israel, anymore then it is viable for North Korea to use nuclear weapons on South Korea. Neither country stands to benefit from annihilation, as they wish to conquer the lands in opposition to themselves—not to destroy them.
As far as the United States is concerned, if either country attacked the United States, it is unlikely that they would be able to destroy any more then three or four American cities at best. Although this would be horrible for the United States, it would be much worse for Iran and North Korea, as they would be completely wiped out by our much larger nuclear deterrent. Although the United States would be crippled, we would not be eliminated, and we would rebound even stronger then before. Indeed, the worst outcome for our country would be one of senseless and irrational fear after a nuclear attack, which we must learn to face. For if we face it, and show our resolve, they will be powerless unto us, for they are as dogs—they smell our fear and use it against us.
Therefore, with this in mind, one may understand the true situation.
If North Korea were to be invaded, they would likely launch their nuclear weapons. The same could probably be said of Iran. Although neither country may see the practicality of using a nuclear weapon as a first strike, both certainly can see their use as a contingency plan. After all, not only would it not matter for the regime any longer, as they face elimination either way, it would be much more politically viable for these countries to use nuclear weapons as a defense mechanism, as it would cast the United States as an aggressor. This would be especially true if the United States used nuclear bunker busters in order to destroy the Iranian nuclear program, which is likely what would occur in order to guarantee the destruction of some hardened facilities; according to the United States government, this is one option that is on the table, so to speak.
Unfortunately, it seems that the best course of action at this moment is to wait in suspension. Sometimes, the best action is inaction. Although many compare Iran and terrorism to Hitler, it would probably be better to compare them to Communism. Although the United States never waged a physical war with the Soviet Union, the United States won at the end. It did so through diplomacy, alliances with Europe, and a strong economy that isolated the Soviet Union.
Many of these elements are lacking somewhat in the case of Iran.
We are playing an extraordinarily dangerous game of chicken. We must accept Iran to be another North Korea, and to simply wait for them to make the first move, if they ever do, which is only likely if we show them that we fear them. As frightening as this may be, the consequences of an invasion may be even more so. Iran will never have the means of attacking the United States in a method other then in creating terror. They can not defeat us by merely blowing away a few cities. As horrendous as this may seem, let us not fear such, and they shall lose their power through their own volition and economic mistakes in their perpetual isolation.
The only thing that we must fear is fear itself.
In the meantime, if one truly fears Iran—the answer is simple.
Buy a fuel efficient car and bring them to their knees, for peace is not cowardice.
Cowardice is ignorance and fear.
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