[gonzo]

"...Neither India nor the U.S. could tolerate this shift of power..."

You're right, Bob, and the US would have to pull the trigger first! I hope we've got enough snakeaters in Pakistan to protect Musharraf.

Stay well and vigilant, as you can, my friend...FRegards

[B Ireland]

***Neither India nor the U.S. could tolerate this shift of power...

...the US would have to pull the trigger first!***

Either way... if India or the U.S. had to nuke Pakistan / Afghanistan, it might draw China or N. Korea into the fray with nuclear weapons... both of whom can reach our west coast.

Reading Matthew chapter 24 would be an excellent exercise for some on this forum... and others...