[pastorbillrandles]

Very good and important point, also I could have mentioned that the Shia are primarily clients of Russia, and the US through the Saudis, supported Sunni-(Alot of good that did us!)

[caww]

I find the Kurds very interesting at this time in their history.... They are not Arabs, nor Turks, rather their entire culture is vastly different the the Arab country's surrounding them....greatly welcome western influences..have an enormous ability of tolerance for all, including varied religions throughout their population.... And considered one of the most friendliest county's in the world for their hospitality and warm welcome. They have learned "How" to live with all their diversity peaceably.

Speaking of population...Kurds are NOT just a small ethnic group as many imagine...their actual population is equal to that of Canada, though they are scattered in other nations as well.

Since Saddam was taken out...the Kurds have made enormous strides in building a “country” within Iraq. Their own army , Government, infrastructure is all in good shape. The only thing which has kept them from becoming an independent country is cash flow, which after taking over the oil now would make them independent of Baghdad’s “cut” from the oil. They would have no need of Baghdad now. I think Iraq will become a federation....with three seperate regions..which of course many had determined would come to this in time.

How the Kurds, (Medes), come into the prophetic picture will be very interesting to observe in the months and years ahead. Especially since they are favorable toward Israel...and vice-versa.