There have been various theories about a strike once the primaries are over. It seems the push is ratcheting up. Petraeus emphasizing Iranian forces directly supporting Mookies forces in Basra. More and more Iranian munitions being found, playing chicken in the persian gulf - etc. If a strike is ordered before Nov, there will need to be a lot of supporting evidence or the Iranians help us out by really stepping on themselves and doing something foolish. And of course there is the Israeli factor, but their political leadership is practically non-existant at the moment.
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Hamas wins Hebron student association elections
Published: 04.23.08, 20:12 / Israel News
The Hamas movement won the elections for the student association in Hebron University. Hamas won 15 seats, compared to Fatah’s 14. (Ali Waked)
79 posted on April 23, 2008 3:14:49 PM PDT by Cindy
Excellent point. When are they supposed to be holding elections themselves? Isn't Netanyahu set to take over, again? Bebe is a bit impulsive but he's got guts, I think. I hope he has the sense to simply let the IDF go and do their jobs without putting any ROE constraints on them, because that is a sure recipe for a butt whuppin' What's your assessment if Netanyahu is in charge the next time Katusas (or worse) start raining down on Israel? Is the IDF a paper tiger that is largely untested in real toe to toe combat with trained soldiers (not terrorists) from the Arab nations? Can they pull off another victory like those of the 1960s and 70s?