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By Raf Sanchez, Washington
7:51PM GMT 29 Dec 2011
The commander of Iran's navy said the reconnaissance mission was proof that his fleet had "control over the moves by foreign forces" but it was unclear what intelligence could be derived from the grainy video, which was played triumphantly on state television.
Admiral Habibollah Sayyari's statement came as Iranian ships, helicopters and submarines continued a 10-day war game exercise designed to give credibility to the country's threat to close the Strait and choke off the world's oil supplies if the West moves ahead with sanctions.
The drill is underway in international waters near the Strait and only a few hundred miles from America's Bahrain-based Fifth Fleet. The US Navy has vowed to prevent any closure of the channel, through which 15 million barrels of oil pass every day.
Strait of Hormuz standoff: Iran films US aircraft carrier - Telegraph
So, my question here. If Iran tries to block the Straight, 1. is that an act of war? and 2. Would the US be justified in taking out Iran's navy, and possibly further action in Iran?
j-mac
If Iran tries to block the international waters of the Strait of Hormuz, it would be an act of war. The U.S. would be justified in using such force as is necessary to clear and safeguard the Strait.
Would it be just the US being called on, or do you see a more global response?
Why would the Pitbull need or want the help of a bunch of Chihuaha's to fight its battles?
Why would the Pitbull need or want the help of a bunch of Chihuaha's to fight its battles?
Why is it the pitbull's battle alone?
So, my question here. If Iran tries to block the Straight, 1. is that an act of war? and 2. Would the US be justified in taking out Iran's navy, and possibly further action in Iran?
j-mac
If Iran tries to block the international waters of the Strait of Hormuz, it would be an act of war. The U.S. would be justified in using such force as is necessary to clear and safeguard the Strait.
Would it be just the US being called on, or do you see a more global response?
j-mac
I would think this would be a battle for UN-nations forces instead of the US unilaterally. We don't need a repeat of the Iraqi invasion.
We need to stay the **** out of it.
I would think this would be a battle for UN-nations forces instead of the US unilaterally. We don't need a repeat of the Iraqi invasion.
So, my question here. If Iran tries to block the Straight, 1. is that an act of war? .............
Nope, not going to happen, so realistic options would be appreciated, instead of the predictable Ron Paul craziness.
j-mac
I love how Risky is calling Obama & Team Neocons now... that's funny stuff.
Iran can block the Straits - the U.S. ain't gonna do diddly. Suggesting such a thing would require a sack with balls... and Iran knows we're sackless especially when Iran doesn't have to fire first. Plausible deniability will send Obama's Admin to the U.N. crying foul. Our generals and Admirals will be screaming to kick some ass and Obama will not --- this is an ELECTION YEAR PEOPLE! Get friggin real here... he's not going to fire on Iran unless Iran fires on our ships first and even THEN he may retaliate.
Iran knows how weak Obama is - they're playing with him like a cat plays with a ball of yarn. The question is how risky is Iran going to be and how far will they push it? They're not worried about Obama, they're more worried someone on those ships DOES have sack and balls and kicks the **** out of them and forces the issue.
I would think this would be a battle for UN-nations forces instead of the US unilaterally. We don't need a repeat of the Iraqi invasion.
if we attacked Iranian ships in the Straits, would we also attack their nuke sites inland?
That's because you are a partisan sheep.
When the fit hits the shan I suggest you pony your narrow ass down to the recruiter and re-enlist so you can be sure and get some. It'll be fun. I want you to be one of the first to enjoy it.
Awww... did I hit a nerve? Isn't everyone but you a partisan sheep and a neocon? :lamoThat's because you are a partisan sheep.
When the fit hits the shan I suggest you pony your narrow ass down to the recruiter and re-enlist so you can be sure and get some. It'll be fun. I want you to be one of the first to enjoy it.
That's the plan, yes.
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