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Obama moves may start war
Noah Beck
Published: 25.11.13, 20:02
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1. Why should Iran attack US assets?
Albrecht Klein ,   Germany   (11.25.13)
The US are the new best friends of Iran.
2. A wery Good article but -
Arn. ,   Sweden.   (11.25.13)
- an Israeli strike will not bring about the 3rd World War !. Arn.Sweden.
3. Excellect article , but #2 is correct
RayS ,   NH < USA   (11.25.13)
Real on target but will not lead to WW3. May well fuel more Shia/Sunni violence .
4. Israel's Survival
Syd Chaden ,   Palermo Calif USA   (11.25.13)
The world will no more act to prevent the destruction of Israel than it did to act to prevent the Holocaust. Israel's survival is an Israeli matter, and it is up to Israel to take whatever action that it may decide is necessary. Those who oppose Israeli action do not do so because their own survival is threatened, but rather, because Israeli action would cause them discomfort. Europe opposes it, because of the potential closing of oil shipping through the Gulf. American liberal Jews oppose it, because they fear a resultant increase in anti-Semitism. But, for Israel, the issue is existential.
5. Tea Party site
Daniel   (11.25.13)
More of the same old and worn-out propaganda from the extreme right. Ynet reminds me more and more of the Tea Party movement. Whatever happens in the world, let's blame Obama, let's blame Europe, let's blame the US Jews, let's blame anyone who doesn't toll The One True Line. Instead of being a site in English for Israelis and Jews, Ynet appears to be an outlet for Christian Messianism and the extreme right.
6. #2 Arn.
Albrecht Klein ,   Germany   (11.25.13)
Do you think, Iran and its aides will just sit back and watch as Israel destroys it's $ 170 Billion Investment? They won't and this conflict can escalate very easily to a large scale (or even global) conflict.
7. There is no one definitive
arne ,   chicago usa   (11.25.13)
answer--By Israel acting alone is out of the question and by taking public issue with the U.S.is not in their interest either.Israel, must work with the congress quietly andnot demean the President.Unfortunatly, we voted him in twice and we will out last him and so will Israel.
8. Actually, it's Israeli moves...
Joker ,   Scotland the Brave   (11.26.13)
...that would lead to WWIII. It's about time that Israel understands that military action and war is not the only way to resolve the world's problems. If anything, you could maybe learn a thing or two from Obama and the use of preventive diplomacy to resolve a very complex issue. Unlike Israel, America has realized that military intervention might sometimes solve matters on the short run, but will exacerbate and perpetuate conflict, hatred, and the ever increasing will to avenge. Israel, turn to diplomacy, solve the conflict with the Palestinians, and learn how to become a constructive nation rather than a destructive one. Think of your long term survival, and not ten years ahead.
9. Diplomatic defeat
Allen ,   NY. USA   (11.26.13)
The Geneva Agreement is a setback for Israeli diplomacy and a personal defeat for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Mr Netanyahu's message remains that signs of change in Iran may be cosmetic As the United States and its other allies have sought to respond to what they see as signs of change in Tehran, Mr Netanyahu has stuck grimly to the same message. That is that those signs may be cosmetic and that the world powers are relaxing sanctions without getting much in return. The strategy of repeating that warning has not worked. Israel urgently needs a new tactical approach. It will monitor Iranian compliance with the new inspection regime closely and will stress it reserves the right to take unilateral military action if all else fails. The prospects for such a strike have been debated for years now, but the truth is that it will be much more difficult for Israel to send its planes into action in an atmosphere where Iran is engaging with the world powers. One Israeli commentator said such a move in those circumstances would be "diplomatic suicide".
10. To #6 & 8, Israeli strike or not there would be WWIII
Genuine Moshe   (11.26.13)
thanks to Obama
11. Is Bibi Up To It ?
A.C.Guard ,   USA   (11.26.13)
All the time Bibi was whinning about the possibility of Iran getting nukes, the Iranian born Valarie Jarrett was negotiating with Iran's leaders. Israel should have taken action a year ago, now it will be more difficult.. Those who say work with congress, and the like, don't understand the real world we live in. All the congressional negotiations will not stop the Mullahs from bombing Israel should they decide to do so. They understand how to use strengh and I'm not sure Bibi is up to playing the cards Israel has been dealt.
12. Language of Force-"JOker"
Ben ,   USA   (11.26.13)
Joker, "Preventitive Diplomacy" is a tool used first and when it does not work one cannot rely on a second, third, and fourth try at "Preventitive Diplomacy". At that point, military action is needed. The lesson of WWII and the world's "Preventitive Diplomacy" should be loud and clear.
13. Interim Truces
Zechariah   (11.26.13)
We are in the era of continual interim cease fires preparing for the next big round in six months then hopefully procrastinating but ready to act.Nothing off the Table.
14. You have to stand your ground something Obama never practice
R ,   Atlanta   (11.26.13)
d in his life he has no roots. Moved from place to place his career was always jumping to next place, never stood for anything or anybody. His credibility and follow through is full of holes. Big bad holes in judgment. No doubt he is smart man and good speaker but that is dangerous for us Americans and Jews he sounds credible and good hearted but he is not.
15. Unfortunately Bibi does not have what takes make bold moves
Nachman   (11.26.13)
He allowed palestinian murderers to go free. He promises to build settlements then retracts. All this certainly is known to Obama and other foreign Leaders. For them the threat of Israel attacking Iran is very slim.
16. Iran not main enemy. Obama's USAF will shoot down IAF!
Shneerhere ,   USA   (11.26.13)
Don't put anything pass this mumzer. Obama will shoot down IAF planes, he will cut Israel Bonds, he will make Eisenhower look like a Kahanist. And the lemmings in NY and Chicago will obey him, 'Yessir Mr. President, Chief Democrat, Yessir." Tizaher!
17. Netanyahu wants to start WW3. Nuts. Rubbish article.
EUboy ,   EU   (11.26.13)
18. Israel must do a Kennedy against Obama's Cuba thing.
BUTSeriously ,   Sydney   (11.26.13)
19. And what about Dimona?
Myconius ,   lwd   (11.26.13)
As long as Israel has got nukes and hasn't signed the NPT, she is no position to critizise anybody. And no pm is dumb enough to attack Iran after this deal. Not even Bibi.
20. hey noah, you seem to be in the spirit of a novel
Shmuel ,   kiryat uno   (11.26.13)
honey, this is real life, its enough your pn is living in a movie, you can;t compete.
21. To #6 & 8, Israeli strike or not there would be WWIII
Genuine Moshe   (11.26.13)
thanks to Obama
22. Thanks for this great article, Noah Beck.
Israeli 2   (11.26.13)
The thing is if you count on Bibi to really be the prime minister who will do our heroic works as he should, I am still waiting for that time and miracle to show the world once again: I so want to be wrong about Bibi so I can say: We have the last word and do not mess around with Israel ever again.
23. bama
james hazan ,   huddersfield UK   (11.26.13)
Obama,an Islamist dressed up as a president ,holding his dog on a lead(Kerry)
24. #16 - Shneerhere
Devorah   (11.26.13)
YES! I have said several times on this forum that Obama will order Israeli planes shot down "in the interest of regional peace."
25. 16
jonathan ,   aboriginaland   (11.26.13)
You mean well but US air is not superior to Israeli airforce.
26. #19 Myconius
Albrecht Klein ,   Germany   (11.26.13)
Just in case you haven't noticed: there is a difference between responsible politicians and a bunch of religious nutjobs.
27. N r.6.
Arn. ,   Sweden.   (11.26.13)
National conflicts Globaly - Yes. - but - not a World War !. Arn.Sweden.
28. # 19 Myconius (? ) non word Thanks to Israel
BUILD BABY BUILD ,   United States   (11.26.13)
two Muslim nations do not have nuclear capacities, iraq, and Syria. If you think that Israel will not strike Iran, think again. Israel will not allow enough time or poor judgments of others to determine her future. As the old adage goes, 'there's more than one way to skin a cat.' It's a new ball game now that ho bama has sold not only Israel out but, the Saudi's, and Gulf states. Other silent allies have also joined and they too agree not to allow Iran the nuclear power she's hell bent on having. What about Dimona? BUILDING OVERTIME BABY !!!!
29. Jonathan # 5
Eaglebeak ,   Left Coast, USA   (11.26.13)
Perhaps he really meant to say they would try.
30. Question for Rivka...or anyone else in the know
Mark ,   Lodz, Poland   (11.26.13)
Is Obama the Black Pope of Nostradamus?
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