[GonzoGOP]

"The diplomacy afterward would be a nightmare."

Not at all. Just think of it. Israel invades Lebanon and then heads for Damascus. But before they can get there a couple of divisions of the all New and Improved Iraqi Army, with US Advisor's suitably in the background, rush into Syria to rescue their fellow Arabs. Of course we get to round up the terrorists, shut down the smuggling, set up a democratic government, look for WMDs. But their alternative is a long occupation by the Jews. They might consider the Iraqis to be heroes.

[jeltz25]

With all due respect, what new and improved Iraqi Army? They can barely take care of themselves in Baghdad and you have them rushing to Damascus?

[kingu]

But before they can get there a couple of divisions of the all New and Improved Iraqi Army, with US Advisor's suitably in the background, rush into Syria to rescue their fellow Arabs.

Interesting thought, ten years from now, but right now, Iraq does not have the ability to field an army in anything other than a defense position. They could possibly hold off a concentrated attack from.. Umm... Jordan. With only losing the western half of the country. Mobility is not their strong point right now.

[ChadGore]

Before Israel, survivors of the holocaust used to keep each others spirits up with affirmations like "see you next year in Jerusalem"

With the whole IDF, 3rd ID, 4th ID, Marines, 101st all in the area, it might be "see you next year in Damascus".

[JSteff]

"New and Improved Iraqi Army, with US Advisor's suitably in the background, rush into Syria to rescue their fellow Arabs."

While never happen. The last thing the Iraqi's need to be is associated with us on an adventure like this. I doubt they would even agree to let us attack from their territory.

Way too inflammatory.