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Report: Israel has plans for nuclear strike on Iran
Dudi Cohen and Reuters
Published: 07.01.07, 10:20
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61. It will be the end of Israel and of the Jews
zeev geneva ,   geneva switzerland   (01.07.07)
Attacking Iran means the end of Israel and the persecution of the Jews worldwide. If this is the purpose of Israel, then we have to ask who is governing Israel.
62. "What if" plans
Avi ,   Israel   (01.07.07)
Every sound army in the world has a "what if" plan. the US even has a "what if" plan in case of a war with Canada & England. Those are "what if" plans, like this. The fact that this is leaked means, in my opinion, that it's likely ment as a deterrence to prevent a war but I'm sure we will attack as a last resort if diplomacy fails. I'm sure Iran has a detailed plan to attack Israel aswell. I haven't read the entire article here but other news sites say we will use "tunnel digging" bombs and tactical nukes (mini nukes if you will) will follow them to minimize radiation (and to reach maximum damage aswell to the target).
63. I Like the Way Israel Bahaves
Jason Bright ,   Kigali, Rwanda   (01.07.07)
As a Tutsi from Rwanda, I like the way Israel defends itself when vowing to not letting any Holocaust take place again. This teaches us how we can fight our enemies (Bantu: Enemies and Killers of Tutsis). I always pray for the Holy Land and I need peace there. Fight that Iran with all the power and sacrifices. I'm ready to give you my blood and strength to ban other Holocaust and Genocide. NEVER AGAIN, NEVER AGAIN!
64. Never again
Choni Davidowitz   (01.07.07)
To all Jew/Israel haters. You want to play Hitler? Fine . We, Jews, had no choice with the frst one. This time round we'll be the ones doing the incenrating , an you,Mr. Ahmadinijad will be th first. Lay off your hell-bent ambitions for a nuclear weapon or Israel wil put an end to your terror-spreading Islamfascists. This is a promise. Theworld wants to continue to appease and negotiate. That is their perogative. We Jews,however, have had our fill with genocidal bigots and their supporters. The God of Israel is coming after all you Jew haters. Your time is up. We will choose the date
65. british moron
isaac ,   lusaka,zambia   (01.07.07)
that such a stupid article can be released in a widely read paper is ridiculous. little does that brit realise that Iran is not just after Israel but ultimately after the british as well. The earlier the British realise that Iranian nukes are aimed at them ultimately the wiser they would be in stopping such stupid newsletting from their fellows. For Amadijenin Teshuva is my advice sackcloth repentance or doom in G-ds time.
66. No Nukes
Mark ,   Seattle usa   (01.07.07)
Israel should allow others to have nukes too.
67. #4 head out
Mark ,   Seattle usa   (01.07.07)
Brave?? To nuke an non nuclear Country?? Your head is in the sand or somewhere I won't mention. Crawl back there please.
68. STRIKE ON IRANIAN NUCLEAR FACILITIES
MAHMOOD ,   LONDON-UK   (01.07.07)
Most of the talk-back concentrate on how the mission to destroy Iranian nuclear facilities may/will be carried out.I would love to read some more 'secret' plans of how the Iranians are going to respond.The way people write is as though the Iranian army/airforce units are just going to watch the intended raid with folded arms.I am sure that if the least is known of the Iranian reaction there would be demonstrations in Israel persuading the Govt. not to take any irrational decision and carry out a mission that could prove to be extremely dangerous for Israel.
69. Please Soon
Kourosh ,   Tehran, Iran   (01.07.07)
Please Attack to Molla in Islamic Republic Help Iranian Become Free
70. No. 52
NYC Girl   (01.07.07)
Are you incorrectly using the term "racist" just because it's such an emotionally-charged term, and you feel it's a convenient way to demonize Israel... or are you just an idiot who doesn't know the proper meaning of the word? In any case, what, in your febrile imagination, is perceived as racism on the part of the Israelis, in any other country would be considered self-preservation. In fact, the real racist in this situation is that genocidal little maggot in Iran.
71. No. 57
NYC Girl   (01.07.07)
Actually, I agree with you and my fear is that any pre-emptive strike against Iran will only coalesce the Iranian people behind him, although I certainly understand the Israeli fear of a nuclear holocaust if they sit back and do nothing. The problem is that, right now, there are a significant number of young people, in particular, who despise Ahamdinejad, but the question is how they hell do they get rid of him?
72. As usual the British and others are
Let the show ,   begin   (01.07.07)
putting words in our mouths in order for the Iranians to incite an attack on Israel. I think that after nearly 60 years we are quite capable of speaking for ourselves. All of those who want us to do your bidding, sit tight and stop creating an environment of propoganda. These unnecesasry articles will be what creates the war, not Israels or Iran's intentions. Since when do high ranking officers speak with British newspapers, give me a break..they have obviously run out of news In England to report such rubbish.
73. #63 Jason thank u for your offer
We are not alone ,   Genocide everywhere   (01.07.07)
Yes you are right, we are not the only people who have experienced Genocide. It appears to be the norm in Africa today and to me as with the Jews, it seems that the world is not doing enough, and that once again history is repeating itself, the place and people may be different but the intention is the same. I do think of your people and of those in Darfur and my heart bleeds. The reason such heinous crimes are committed is because it is tolerated worldwide...no one cares until it is way too late and many have died. G-d bless you and your people for enduring such a plight and let us hope that we rid ourselves of those with evil intentions.
74. Wait a minute, Debra
Jasmin ,   Haifa   (01.07.07)
Of course it's best to be prepared and it *may* come to this, but let's not be too hasty here. What British newspaper was it anyway? You know some of them hate Israel so much, they'll print anything.
75. Iran will answer israel's attack
PARS ,   tehran   (01.07.07)
Iran hasn't attacked any country and it will never do it.but if any country like israel attacks iran,iranian will show hard reaction that it will result to destroying israel.LONG LIVE IRAN.
76. the real enemy....
gerd mundhoner ,   berlin   (01.07.07)
are the hate and fear spreading people in our governement, such faschists like olmert and lieberman and with support of the puplic media, wich wants us to belive that we have to prevent another holocaust, and brainwashed people like "nr. 64 - never again"
77. Is this a Joke
1.5 Billion Muslims   (01.07.07)
Reality Check
78. War Mongers. Get a Job!
arie spigel ,   baltimore   (01.07.07)
It will start WW3. Israel will then be attacked. Israel will run to Europe and USA for help. Who needs this rubbish? I dont . I'd rather turn on the telly and watch a nice Football match. More important to me.
79. Cause and Effects
Privateer ,   Budapest, Hungary   (01.07.07)
Before you're going to say, yes, do it, as most of you do, you should meditate on the consequences. Everyone have turned against Israel, when they've attacked Lebanon. If you do the same with iran, there will be no place to hide to any of you on this planet. I hope you're clearly see this. If you'll start a nuclear attack, the others, your allies, including the U.S. will surely going to turn against you and will stop you immediately. If you don't want a second Holocaust, and want to keep Israel on the map, don't attack Iran. Otherwise, no one is going to save any of you, because everyone will be against you.
80. Old Enemies become best friends
elijah ,   Beirut   (01.07.07)
War teachs that enemy of yesterday is friend of tomorrow so innocent people will die from both sides and politicans from both sides will get richer. wether you are Iranian or Israeli your enemies are Ahmadi Najad and Yehud Olmert.
81. Agree with 79. He is right.
George Best ,   Atlanta   (01.07.07)
Israel is supported by weak USA. Bush is sending more troops to Iraq to cover up the existing mess. Just cannonfodder I guess. Sick and tired of this Middle east junk on tv. Annoying to us all.
82. To # 7 DeAnna
Hajra ,   Toronto, Canada   (01.07.07)
Now who is threatening whom???? I guess your answer would be “It’s okay for Israel to threat other countries”...PLEASE, we are not stupid!!!!
83. To all the people who talk about the Iranian response
Dan ,   Israel   (01.07.07)
Iran has no reach 2 israel. Her only power here is the hizbulla which can do what ? shot at us flying skillet ? I live in the north of Israel and I saw those lame ass "missiles" which bearly did a thing. And now, when they shot the first missile, and after we have attacked Iran, we will have no need 2 hold back. Iranian missiles ? Iran has the shihab which is an improved skad. A hopeless missile with no accurecy what so ever (1 km of miss for every 100 km of range) the payload is so low that I won't even talk about. It's not all, those missiles (which are the only reach for Iran 2 Israel (No Iranian airplane has that kind of range) were shot down with 100% accurecy by The Arrow. So common. We kick their ass, they shot at us skilllet and 45 years old missiles with the accurecy of a goat. Israel will have 2 act, the time it will happen, now that's the question.
84. You're all in error, mehinks
SR ,   NYC   (01.07.07)
I can't believe how naive you all are. We're talking about extremely serious stuff here. Nonwithstanding British intellectual, political, and media establishments' demonstrated Anti-Semitism, this particular story was planted by Israel itself, as a warning to Iran. Why Sunday Times? Because Israel and Sunday Times have a history, starting with Vanunu's disclosure of Israel's nuclear informatioon and pictures. And because Arab and Muslim leaders and opinion makers read The Times widely and respect its content. But The Times has a weakness. I call it a Hollywood Syndrome - a belief in a product formula approach. Ever since the Vanunu scoop, it is obssessively after another, similar scoop involving Israel's nuclear secrets. A kind of "Israel Nukes II" Israel knows that and, in a smart kung fu move, uses The Times' "momentum", as it were, for its own needs. Whatever Israel's plan to do with Iran, you can be sure it is not what's printed in Sunday Times.
85. THE BIBLICAL DAN............#83
MAHMOOD ,   LONDON-UK   (01.07.07)
Dan, you seem to be belonging to the biblical ages.Make sure you dont influence your suggestions to your leaders.Else, you will make them regret.
86. iran and nukes # 77
Jacob ,   NYC AMERICA   (01.07.07)
If you think this is a joke watch what happens to iran this year 1.3 billion muslims or not.. I must tell you that Israel will never allow a nukelar iran and rightfully so a strike is warranted on iran and quickly why do you think america britton and austraila are building up a naval blockade of iran as we speak this is gonna happen and soon the iranian's are not gonna be the second calling of the nazi's not today or ever. B'H
87. GEEZZZZZ HAJRA
DeAnna ,   USA   (01.07.07)
This is not even anything different than what we were talking about before.....this is where the whole moron thing comes in.....HELLO ISRAEL WAS THREATENED TO BE WIPED OFF THE MAP!!! Of course they are going to wanna take action. If I said "Hey Hajra....I am going to kill you because you are not muslim...you are a jew" would you just stand there and look at me...or would you start fighting???
88. consider the consequences
Stopthewars ,   ohio   (01.07.07)
If Israel attacks Iran it would give the US an excuse to attack Iran as well.. The US christian right would demand that we aid Israel. All of you young Americans that think Israel should attack Iran should also realize that you, most probably, will be personally meeting these Iranians on the battlefield in the near future. Brrrr.......I feel a draft.
89. Hajra...AGAIN
DeAnna ,   USA   (01.07.07)
SCROLL DOWN SOME AND READ ARTICLE "Iran leader: I believe Israel will soon collapse." Realize...this is one of many
90. # 88
DeAnna ,   OHIO USA   (01.07.07)
I think most YOUNG americans feel they would rather meet the battlefield later than meet a nuclear warhead aimed at YOUNG AMERICA in 2 years...maybe sooner.
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