In June 2019 tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalated after a U.S. surveillance drone was shot down by Iran’s revolutionary guard in the Gulf of Oman. The U.S. claimed it was an “unprovoked attack” and the drone was flying in international airspace. 2 weeks earlier the Trump administration blamed Iran for the attacks on two oil tankers who were bombed in the Gulf of Oman. Iran denied any involvement. In early June Iran announced that it would break its uranium stockpile limit set under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. Under the deal Iran was allowed to keep a maximum of 660 pounds of uranium enriched to 3.67%. Analysts predict that if the uranium is enriched to 20% or more Iran would be capable of developing nuclear weapons.
@ISIDEWITH5yrs5Y
No
@9M7CZFP2wks2W
The 1979 Iranian revolution promised three goals: social justice, freedom and democracy, and independence from great power tutelage.
@9FLBD978mos8MO
While the blow of an explosion can kill many million people in one blow, radiation poisoning is one of the most cruel way to die, as it leads to the body slowly decomposing itself. Most people are not able to properly protect themselves from radiation poisoning.
@ISIDEWITH5yrs5Y
No, the U.S. should encourage Iran to disarm through diplomatic channels
@9F7SL9N8mos8MO
I personaly would not like to lose my life in a fight that does not effect me just because i got drafted.
@ISIDEWITH5yrs5Y
Yes
@9JDGJQB4mos4MO
We currently have 3 escalations in progress (Israel/Hamas, China/Taiwan, Hothies/US). To add another conflict would stretch our military resources to the limit.
@9F8MGYB8mos8MO
I'd reckon that the last time we went and invaded a random country would be evidence enough to not do it again. The invasion of Iran would be quick, the occupation would be long and drawn out. Do we really want another Iraq or Afghanistan?
@ISIDEWITH5yrs5Y
Yes, but only if they develop nuclear weapons
@9M7CZFP2wks2W
If Iran acquired nuclear weapons, Israel's nuclear deterrence would be checked, because Iran would have the option to retaliate with a nuclear destruction.
@Dry550Independent6mos6MO
I agree with you, if Iran becomes the 10th country to obtain nuclear weapons, then the balance of power will inevitably shift and we as a country will have to defend itself, fighting back if necessary.
@9H4HP4C6mos6MO
Iran having nuclear weapons is a threat to global peace and stability, that´s undeniable. But the US should not seek a war that would likely lead to a third world war. Fighting Iran with nuclear weapons is dangerous and we should try by every means to reach a diplomatic agreement. If that´s not possible than US must put effort in creating an international peace environment, based on nuclear disarmament. Concluding, a war at this point would bring catastrophic consequences to everyone, and therefore it must be avoided at (almost) all costs.
@9GWSKNMRepublican6mos6MO
slightly agree with this, if Iran develops nuclear weapons then we should fright try t negotiate and then try using means of force
@ISIDEWITH5yrs5Y
@9D5XBHH10mos10MO
No, because a war with Iran will only benefit Jewish interest.
@8J8CLTQ4yrs4Y
@9C5KXGM12mos12MO
No, because war with Iran will only benefit Jewish interest.
No, but efforts should be made to destabilize the current authoritarian government there and support a secular democratic republic.
@9474P2G2yrs2Y
No, unless Iran attacks us.
@8FC772F4yrs4Y
Yes but only if they provoke us.
Yes, but only to depose the current unpopular government
@98WMYYF1yr1Y
Yes, but only if they’re closer to having nuclear weapons
@8TDBBCJ3yrs3Y
No, war should be a last resort.
@8FY4KX44yrs4Y
Yes, but only if they openly attack the US. The US should never strike first.
@8FR9NT34yrs4Y
If they continue to disregard the safety of the world with development of certain weapons, strengthening or aiding terrorists organizations, and causing other human attrocities.
@8D7LQQV4yrs4Y
No, unless they attack the US
@9BBKWFGIndependent1yr1Y
Going to ‘ war’ won’t solve the problem USshould stop JPCOA negotiating with the murders from of the Islamic Republic, freeze more Iranian assets increase sanctions , declare IRI a funder of terrorism condemn the gender apartheid in Iran and do MUCH more to support the Iranians fight for liberty
@96GLZPQ2yrs2Y
No, but both the U.S.A. and Iran should come to a mutual agreement of a nuclear phaseout and establish moves towards environmentally friendly technologies.
@8VPTCRJLibertarian3yrs3Y
Only if your attacked and if Saudi Arabia has a problem with Iran because their state support of two different sects they need to use their own army because they have the biggest defense bugget in their region.
@8VGZP9YRepublican3yrs3Y
Yes, only if Iran poses a serious threat to us or our allies.
@8G363ZF4yrs4Y
No, but keep the pressure on them
@8G4HFRL4yrs4Y
Try to avoid war but never allow a country to create or fund violence against the USA
@9MFM53K6 days6D
The U.S should do everything they can to prevent Iran from getting nuclear weapons, be it diplomatic or through war
@9MB5KZW 1wk1W
Yes, but only in extreme cases mainly with precise missile and drone strikes to change Iran's regime
@9M9V9VS2wks2W
America wrongly overthrew the democratically elected president of Iran, America should apologize and pledge to get troops out of the Middle eastern region
@9M9KGVF2wks2W
yes but only if they start to build a massive army and we know they are planing on attacking or mass producing nuclear weapons/missiles
@9M3KVCG2wks2W
No, not yet. Unless Iran or their proxies hit us first, it is not yet in our best interest. Also we need to get our own military 'combat ready' first before we go into another war.
@9LZ6DC93wks3W
No, but I believe we should find a way to remove the current regime in Iran as it is an extremely backwards State that heavily restricts the rights of it's people, especially women
@9LYCNWL3wks3W
We should stop acting like Israel is an actual genuine positive influence on the Middle East and acknowledge Iran and other countries as political entities worth diplomacy
I believe that Iran needs help because they are so small, but I also think we should not use nuclear weapons unless absolutely needed.
@9LCFVL51mo1MO
I feel that if we go to war it should be the last option if there are no more ways to protect the US
@9LBNFPX 2mos2MO
Iran's capability of nuclear weapons must be curtailed. However, this can be done without "going to war".
@9L5TQ4M 2mos2MO
Yes, but only after the threat (Not Iran in particular) attempts to outweigh our capability to counterattack it.
@9KZZVGYLibertarian 2mos2MO
Depending on iran’s continuing interest in disrupting trade and attacking international waters and funding the houthis, missile strikes or covert operations could be in order. As for an actual boots on the ground war per se, no.
@9KZGCSJ2mos2MO
No, as long as Iran doesn't bother the US then they should be allowed to do as they please, including developing nuclear technology
@9KWYLXL2mos2MO
No only if the US or its personnel or assets are attacked by Iran directly. If Iran is back on track to develop nuclear weapons then diplomatic efforts should be made to develop treaties regarding this issue.
@9KW9J552mos2MO
No, the U.S. should feel lucky the rest of the world hasn't sanctioned them for innumerable crimes against humanity.
@9KRQSBHRepublican2mos2MO
The U.S. should increase diplomatic and rhetorical pressure. If Iran continues to attack American soldiers and Allies, the military should conduct targeted strikes to quickly cripple any military strength, forcing a quick end to a conflict.
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