Posted on 07/09/2008 12:11:30 AM PDT by bd476
I think it is time we test fire a few of our weapons on Tehran.
Iran keeps pushing, goading, and challenging the big boy to knock his block off. Well...
A Look at Iran
http://www.truthusa.com/IRAN.html
BBCUS steps up sanctions on Iran
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Iran sends missile test warning
The launch of the Shahab-3 missile was
shown on state televisionIran has test-fired what it called a new version of the Shahab-3 missile, whose range puts it within reach of Israel, state media have said.
The missile, said to have a range of 2,000 km (1,240 miles), was one of nine launched from a remote desert site.
Iran has tested the Shahab-3 before, but the latest test comes amid rising tensions with the US and Israel over Iran's nuclear programme.
Worries about the stand-off have been one factor pushing up world oil prices.
"We are ready to defend the integrity of the Iranian nation," said the commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards' air force, Brigadier General Hoseyn Salami.
" Our missiles are ready for shooting at any place and any time, quickly and with accuracy "Two other types of missile with shorter ranges were also fired as part of the Great Prophet III war games being staged by the Guards.Brig Gen Hoseyn Salami
Commander, Iranian Revolutionary Guards Air Force
"Our missiles are ready for shooting at any place and any time, quickly and with accuracy," Gen Salami added. "The enemy must not repeat its mistakes. The enemy targets are under surveillance."
The BBC's Jon Leyne in Tehran says this is a clear warning from Iran.
It is a response to a recent military exercise by Israel, which was seen as a rehearsal for an attack on Iran's nuclear facilities, he says.
Earlier, an adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader said it would respond to any military attack by hitting the Israeli city of Tel Aviv.
Other commanders have threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, through which a large part of the world's oil flows, and to target the US and its allies around the world if Iran comes under attack.
The missile test came shortly after the US Treasury announced new financial sanctions on Iranian officials it suspected of involvement in the country's nuclear programme.
Among those targeted were a senior scientist at the defence ministry, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh-Mahabadi, and three companies believed to be related to the arms industry.
Western powers suspect Tehran of seeking to produce nuclear weapons. Tehran says its nuclear programme is peaceful.
The US also signed on Tuesday an agreement with the Czech Republic to build a radar station near Prague as part of a defence shield to shoot down incoming missiles from what Washington calls "rogue states" such as Iran.
The move drew immediate criticism from Russia, which warned that it would proceed with its own military deployments.
Iran sends missile test warning
Breaking news in Japan (well, everywhere for that matter).
Clearly timed at the conclusion of the G-8 SUMMIT, going on just up the road from me, here in Japan.
In fact, Kim Jong il pulled this kind of trick too, there is always a significance to the timing. Kim Jong il launched has Nodongs and scuds during the US Fourth of July fireworks festivities.
OMG!!! The G-8 council “urged” Iran to discontinue nuclear development. Iran’s in big trouble now!
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How about this ultimatum?: Iran completely bares its nuke program by a date certain, or an attack may come any time thereafter.
shades of hitler daring and double daring, isn’t it?
In fact, Kim Jong il pulled this kind of trick too, there is always a significance to the timing. Kim Jong il launched has Nodongs and scuds during the US Fourth of July fireworks festivities."
That's interesting that you're close to the G-8 SUMMIT. It would be great hearing a man on the street impression of any events going on outside.
Also you made a very good point about timing. In your opinion, do you think that makes the missile firing any less ominous an event?
This smacks of Tehran, being unhappy about the oil price decline of the past 2 days, wanting to put it back on the proper path.
That makes sense too.
ping
Apparently Iran has only recently begun receiving South Park broadcasts. President Ahmanutjob does his best Cartman impersonation, "respect my authoritay!".
Its pretty obvious Iran is doing this because it does affect the US economy by driving up the price of oil, I am getting sick and tired of all the postings about “Drill Now, Pay Less” when we should “Attack Now, Iran is Messin’ with U.S.”
I predict that Obama’s reaction will be we need to talk more (showing the enemy that force works).
Idiot.
You are uninformed and missed a critical point.
Obama would first respect local customs and take part in a tea and hookah ceremony and THEN would talk about the situation.
Iran needs to be taken behind the woodshed and taught a lesson...so to speak.
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