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( you stated) We would have about the number of Iraqi troops ready in order to take action against Syria about this time next year. The problem is if we collapse the Assad.

It has been stated that Assad has shared power with the generals since he took power. It has also been rumored that he is in a struggle now for power. It is my hope precipitated by our CIA.

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I said that when I was discussing if the US chose to use military force to topple Assad we could do it late next year and have the troops to make sure al-Qaeda can't take over in the failed state left behind.

But, yes a CIA coup would be better.