So let's assume the loosely-labeled Coalition is able to capture some of these cities. Will they then become sitting ducks for Jordanans, Egyptians, Saudis, Iranians, Yemenese, etc., either with or independent of Al Qaeda, some of whom have already arrived, who'll eventually enter Iraq and try to pick off and terrorize the occupiers and the objectives of the occupiers? Whether pro-war, or anti-war, rough waters are ahead!
You know, I think this "war" is going to be a mess for a long time to come. Even if we do somehow wind up toppling Saddam's government and occupying Iraq. I'm sure we will eventually take over Iraq with our overwhelming airpower and technological advantages. We're going to have one hell of a time trying to maintain order in a country of that size. Our soldiers will be sitting ducks for all the Islamic militants who ever wanted to take a shot at an American soldier. We will need the support of the Iraqi people in order to succeed and so far it's not evident that they want to be occupied by a colonizing force like the U.S. Let's hope the war ends soon and we are able to install a new government and President Bush brings the boys home soon. |
