Zeek is absolutely correct, it has its origins during the Crusades.
Once Iran possesses sufficient Nuclear weapons, doesn't mean every other Arab does. It means other Arab countries become united, and this equals a big problem for the US. Now that it has its foot in Iraq, strengthening its grip - 20 000 new troops(new strategy my ass) - it has a bit more control over that region. The biggest fear at the moment is that of Arab countries uniting. Once united, they would be a very hard force to stop, if at all. Mark my words, the US will not let Iran possess Nuclear weapons, NO MATTER what.
Then again, Arabs are very dispersed, so the threat isn't imminent. I'm not hating on any Arabs btw, so don't take it offensively.
Indian Princess you stupid fanatic, haven't you been banned yet? I like the way you use this notion of 'Aussies' in danger, rather than Jews
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