<Sigh> I Fear You Are Correct
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I argue that bombing their oil fields will accomplish that and perhaps lead to the downfall of their evil regime.
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I really doubt the former will ever be employed unless there's no other means to achieve the latter. We're kind of caught in this spot of separating the leadership in different Mid-East states from the people, and most of our tactics seem to be focused on preserving the welfare of the civilians while engaging the leaders.
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Unfortunately I think you are correct.
There is a Chinese proverb that says, "A lion uses all its might when attacking a rabbit". My argument is to kill this rabbit with one mighty pounce. My view is in the minority....
Diplomacy with Iran is useless and other posters have made posts the Chi-Coms are giving UN cover to Iran in exchange for discounted oil. Only a decisive military option will change Iran's evil goals...
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