At this present hour it appears that the Iranian missiles have not been terribly accurate. As an old negotiator (emphasis on 'old') I think I see an opening for cautiously reaching out a diplomatic hand for understanding. It may be the Iranians will remain adamant, at least an attempt was made to deescalate.
Of course it is possible that the Iranian missiles were simply faulty, that they intended to destroy life and limb. Much depends on Iran's leadership. They have to know that they cannot hope to win a full scale war with the US; if they are fanatics hoping the Twelfth Imam will pull off a miracle for them then the future looks dim.
It must be made clear to them that they do not have license to kill Americans, either by proxy or directly. Their extreme religious views may present an insurmountable hurdle. Still, I think an attempt needs to be made. DJT has stated his goal to withdraw from the ME; Iran holds the key to the success of that goal.
It must be made clear to them that they do not have license to kill Americans, either by proxy or directly. Their extreme religious views may present an insurmountable hurdle. Still, I think an attempt needs to be made. DJT has stated his goal to withdraw from the ME; Iran holds the key to the success of that goal.
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Reasonable points to a point.
I do not believe that the demonic spiritual forces leading Iran will be mollified except somewhat temporarily as a strategic stance.
If President Trump accepts any pretense of negotiating or maneuvering Iran into civility—I hope he realizes it will be at best temporary. It may be long enough to last his last 5 years but I’m skeptical. They really are satanic with all the lying, deception, raw evil that implies.