Do you think Iran's plan to abandon US dollar payments for oil is influencing Bush's decision to invade?
537394
of Course ! that will be one of US hiding reason after WMD for invade Iran. Bush will take that option coz Iran is a threat for economic and politic of US.especially for rhe democracy program in middle east.
383180
The big question in everybody's mind is what is Bush going to do next? That uncertainty keeps driving prices up. There is the possibility that he might nuke Iran. If that happens, precious metals will go wild. \n\nThere is another fly in the ointment too, the value of the dollar.  A lot of people think that the dollar is about 50% over priced. In other words, gold is underpriced in dollar terms. The rising interest rates are proping the dollar up. At some point, that will no longer be the case.
125188
It's delicate. My guess is that Iran will take Russia's offer for enrichment at least for now. I'm quite sure their research will go on, which means sooner or later someone's gonna call their bluff and then it won't matter whether they've been onest about the purpose of their program.\nThe sad thing is Iran still has the NPT and international law on it's side since none of the accusers managed to prove its program is -not- entirely civilian. \nWar right now would be damn inconvenient for US since to most neutral countries it will appear and incessant bullying and some might rally behind Iran, Syria and Venezuela.\nUS can't exploit Iraq oil just yet. Of course US companies will be preffered for drilling and/or refining Iraq oil but they have to wait for the situation in Iraq and give the appearance of elections.
625223
USA is keeping Iran under pressure and giving signal to other Middle Eastern and Arab countries not to indulge terrorism. This way, interest of USA is protected by trying to suppress terrorism and controll of the oil price. At the same time, USA will not expect to see the rise of another nuclear power state in the Middle Eastern region especially Iran who has long dispute history with the USA and Israil. In my mind, unless unavoidable circumstances, USA will not go to War as they have found recent experinces from Iraq War.
305072
A conspiracy I figured out all by myself, based upon the following facts.  We import about 15% of our oil from Hugo Chavez's Venezuela.  (About 50% of Venezuela's production is exported to the U.S.)  Chavez has been in direct communication with Iran's Mahmoud Ahmadinejad because Iran is willing to export their nuclear and missile technology to Venezuela. (Facts and figures taken from an article in the current issue of Foreign Affairs.)\n\nSo, here's the conspiracy.  The Bush Administration has encouraged the increasing of gas prices so demand will result in reduced consumption by at least 15%.  Thereafter, the U.S. can risk cutting off supplies from Venezuela without any harm to the economy.  That will give us the opportunity, if required, to destroy Iran and Venezuela without any  risk to us.
212372
From the point of view of Bush, the strategy of USA after the great event of 9/11 is to fight terrorism outside the USA and at the site it originates.\nIran has its own Nuclear Program which from the point of view of USA is for the purpose of developing a nuclear bomb but not for energy as declared by Iran.\nI don't think that oil is real reason because USA is rich human resources and culture which can transform dust into gold
37791
The answer to that question is both yes and no. Iran’s President, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, understands that the world is still suffering oil shock from the recent natural disasters, in addition to the fact that the majority of the US Army and Marines are stabilizing Iraq. This entire plot to stare down the world is merely a tactic of “shock and awe”. \nThe bottom line is no other Middle Eastern country other than Syria has shown support for their actions. Also, no European or North American countries are supportive of their actions. \nIf embargos were enacted and Iran began withholding its oil, the world would not come to an end. Sure prices would rise, but often the will of the people is stronger than any economy or dictator. \nIf all trade was ceased between the majority of the world and Iran, the economic repercussions for Iran would be disastrous. As it is, the government is terribly unstable, faces daily democracy marches, and only gains support through Islamic extremism and terror. \nFinally, if war were to break out, Iran is positioned right between two US allies, Afghanistan and Iraq. This would provide ample staging areas for any type of offensive. Also, as demonstrated during the first gulf war and to some extent during the second, the American and European militaries are designed for short term hit and run tactics which allows modern technology to be used most efficiently. If Iran was to stop selling its oil, it would hurt many countries that might have had a neutral stance at the beginning. With this being true, any military action could easily see the most global coalition that modern warfare has ever seen.\nacansco@yahoo.com
440338
no cuz we dont have enough troops and money to start a war with Iran. but with Bush we never know what he will do next, like a drunk guy, you never know were he will stumble to.
431849
The usa know of the iran forces and i think polotics will also hold them back as it is not going to well for them in iraq. think they may let another country like isral hit iran first rarther than dent there reputation further by going to another war within the middle east.  the whole world think the iraq war was all about oil. at the end of the day we should not be looking for war to gain oil we should be looking at new resourses as oil will run out within the next 10 - 15 years.\n\nAirstrikes no chance from usa not without backup from the UN\n\n\nbelow is a news statment of isreal and iran\n\nIran has warned Israel it will react "most severely" if Israel uses force to try to destroy its nuclear facilities. \nForeign Minister Kamal Kharrazi was responding to reports that the United States is to sell Israel hundreds of "bunker-busting" bombs. \n\nIsrael urged the United Nations Security Council to take action to stop Iran's nuclear programme. \n\nThe US and Israel have accused Iran of seeking to develop nuclear weapons, a charge Iran denies. \n\nIran recently defied calls by the UN's nuclear watchdog to suspend all enrichment-related activities, insisting its nuclear programme was for peaceful purposes only. \n\nNuclear 'nightmare' \n\nAccording to reports, the US is to sell Israel 5,000 hi-tech bombs, including 500 one-ton "bunker-busters", which can penetrate two metre (6.5ft) thick walls. \n\nIn 1981, Israel bombed Iraq's Osirak nuclear reactor when it believed Saddam Hussein was close to producing a nuclear bomb. \n\nIsraeli Foreign Minister Silvan Shalom said the UN must deal with the threat of Iranian nuclear weapons before it is too late. \n\n"[The Iranians] are trying to buy time, and the time has come to move the Iranian case to the Security Council in order to put an end to this nightmare," he told reporters after meeting UN Secretary General Kofi Annan. \n\n"We know that the Europeans are trying now to engage with the Iranians, but we know that the Iranians will never abandon their plans to develop nuclear weapons. They're only trying to hide it." \n\nHowever, Kamal Kharrazi said Israel, not Iran, was a threat to world peace. \n\n"Israel has always been a threat, not only against Iran, but all countries." \n\nWhen questioned about Israel's reported purchase of the bombs, Mr Kharrazi said, "be sure that any action by Israel certainly will be reacted by us most severely".\n\nmal UK\n\nI Also agree that iran is not the danger and israel is the big danger one that claims to be a friend is most proberbly the most dangerious of all USA are not to clever and still think of israel to be a friend, i dont think so israel have the power to take the usa this is my thoughts and the USA acctually help them by selling them arms USA Govenment is all about Greed not saying UK is any better but UK seems to follow bush
519674
I see the Point of the Article.....But  I think the Administration is taking the right Approach here,This is my opinion why:1-The younger Generation of Iran do not like its Gov. Policies.Wouldnt be surprised if some or all allied nations trying to stir people against war.2-Irans leader has been making unprovoked threats to many nations,making this a European problem as well.Because of types of threats,War could very well mean WWIII.I think Administration is hoping that our Allies take the lead in any negotiations because Irans military capabilities make it a bigger threat to europe.3-If it comes to American military involvement,look at a map,to see where our soldiers are with regards to Iran.With Troops in Iraq and Afghanistan,Fleets in Persian Gulf, And our bases in Europe and Asia,we are well positioned Militarily.Although my personal belief is that Iranian leader is Crazy(literally)I hope this situation resloves itself.The majority of young Iranians are just like us,they want to live like us and european nations,its just that they have a lunatic with a very large military loyal to that lunatic for a leader.Please note that my opinion is based on what I know and learned through discussions with Iranian Immigrants at school.\nSorry 4 any typos...heavily medicated....
1167061
Some strategist with the grand plan had to know this, so I'm not sure what the logic was in dismantling Iran's enemies before going after them.  Maybe the same logic at work that said toppling the sectarian dictator of Iraq who was keeping the religious fanatics from tearing each other apart was a good idea.  Or maybe the same logic that said starting 2 or 3 major wars in the Middle East would curb Islamic fundamentalism.\n\nAll I know is that our economy absolutely cannot mathematically sustain a 3rd war, and I estimate 6 to 8 months after the first bomb hits Iran for total "Great Depression" style economic collapse of the US.   This collapse was inevitable in 20 to 30 years before, but our government spending spree has accelerated this enormously, coupled with the "housing boom" that has seen $9 trillion more in home loans.  Over the next 30 years we, as American taxpayers and private citizens, will end up owing $54 to $100 trillion, and that is ONLY if we start doing balanced budgets NOW (it could get much, much worse).  Another war will absolutely break us.\n\nOnce it becomes more and more clear that we won't be able to pay this off, the dollar takes a nose-dive.
1105045
Yes , many americans dont remember that we tried to control the oil in iran for the british 40 years ago,,, we pissed off an entire fanatical country with a history of democracy and 2000years old,,,,,,  now we are paying for it,,,it is not propaganda,,, keep asking and researching
516902
I do not think President Bush will allow us to invade Iran right now.  There's too much going on in Iraq right now.  I think he'll leave it to the next President to decide.  Too many people want our soliders to come home.
286256
As some rapper once said (sorry, not a rap fan), and it applies to everything the government has done forever...\n\n"If it don't make dollars then it don't make sense."\n\nThe article should clear up exactly how oil is involved in our situation...to say we are going to war to get the oil is putting it too simply, that's not the end reason.  The reason we need the oil is to cover for our weak dollar and our manufacturing going over-seas.
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BUSH'S DEEP REASONS FOR WAR ON IRAQ: OIL, PETRODOLLARS, AND THE OPEC EURO QUESTION
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Yep, Iran is definitely on the hit list and currently the most imminent threat to our US Dollar.  If Iran starts selling oil in Euros like it plans to late this month, it will definitely be time for the US to "intervene to stop those crazy nuclear terrorists".\n\nCheck out Congressman Ron Paul's (R-Texas) well-written history on the real way we pick our war targets (an essay titled "Dollar Hegenomy").  From the pattern, Iran is definitely on the list, very soon in fact.
403386
I think Iranian government(which is separate from its people) is developing Nuke Weapons (in their own words) to promote Islam in other countries. This is one of their goals. I think U.S and other countries must be aware that this regime doesn't care about it's own people, and so they don't care about anyone in the world. \nIran is one of the richest oil nations, but look how their citizens are living!!!! all the money form oil exports are in their own bank accounts in foreign countries.\nDo you know how many political prisoners are in prisons in Iran!!! They kill, torture and do lots of stuff that you can't imagine. \nI think the first thing U.S and other countries can do is to freeze their assets and money in banks.  some of them(people in Iran Regime) has Green card and travel to U.S. if Bush means what he says how they can travel to his country so easily.\nIranian people has nothing to do with all this. Why they should pay the price. All these things you see in T.V that some people are supporting them, these are their own people and they are paid to be there. \nBut in my opinion they should try to resolve the problem in a way that Iranian people pay the least price.