I think this is a war directed by a higher power than mortals. I believe this is being allowed to happen to fulfill Ezekiel's prophecy in chapter 38-39. Here's a link that gives further info about this.
Ezekiel's Prophecy (Please be patient as it downloads. It will take about 20 seconds if you have Cable, longer if you have DSL or worse.)
8 posted on 08/16/2006 2:41:54 PM PDT by Iam1ru1-2