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
@9FLBD977mos7MO
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
@9F7SL9N7mos7MO
I personaly would not like to lose my life in a fight that does not effect me just because i got drafted.
@ISIDEWITH5yrs5Y
Yes
@9JDGJQB3mos3MO
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.
@9F8MGYB7mos7MO
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
@Dry550Independent5mos5MO
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.
@9H4HP4C5mos5MO
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.
@9GWSKNMRepublican5mos5MO
slightly agree with this, if Iran develops nuclear weapons then we should fright try t negotiate and then try using means of force
@9GCKBLS6mos6MO
The attack wouldn't be on the guilty anymore but rather on the innocent civilians. This would be comparable to the current genocide of the Palestinian people.
@ISIDEWITH5yrs5Y
@9D5XBHH9mos9MO
No, because a war with Iran will only benefit Jewish interest.
@8J8CLTQ4yrs4Y
@9C5KXGM11mos11MO
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
I believe that Iran needs help because they are so small, but I also think we should not use nuclear weapons unless absolutely needed.
@9LCFVL52wks2W
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 2wks2W
Iran's capability of nuclear weapons must be curtailed. However, this can be done without "going to war".
@9L5TQ4M 3wks3W
Yes, but only after the threat (Not Iran in particular) attempts to outweigh our capability to counterattack it.
@9KZZVGYLibertarian 4wks4W
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.
@9KZGCSJ4wks4W
No, as long as Iran doesn't bother the US then they should be allowed to do as they please, including developing nuclear technology
@9KWYLXL1mo1MO
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.
@9KW9J551mo1MO
No, the U.S. should feel lucky the rest of the world hasn't sanctioned them for innumerable crimes against humanity.
@9KRQSBHRepublican1mo1MO
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.
@9KMD6391mo1MO
It is a very hard decision and should be handled carefully. It's not a simple yes or no question, rather what it comes down in the moment.
@9KM3V591mo1MO
Endangering normal civilians again is annoying enough. If we have to fight we must. Either get destroyed or completely delete the enemy, no more issues come by until then.
@9KJY6M4Republican1mo1MO
We should keep peace in the World, they help their Middle Eastern friends, and we help our friends it child's play on how the president just brings their people to war and die for no reason.
@9KDWFWS2mos2MO
An iranian nuclear bomb is the last thing this region needs, especially because Israel also posseses nuclear weapons. This region has seen enough blodd shed, but if Iran is so keen for a war against the US and Isreal, well be careful what you wish for.
@9KCX87K2mos2MO
yes, in fact, we should go to war with every single country and drop nuclear bombs on the weakest of them all.
@9K3HGQV2mos2MO
Yes, should hostilities boil over and Iran makes the first move. Continue trying to talk them down though.
Deleted2mos2MO
Both Yes and No; No, the U.S should encourage Iran to disarm through diplomatic channels; Yes, but only with missile strikes; Yes, But only if they develop nuclear weapons.
@9JTJWZ5 2mos2MO
No, the US should not affiliate with the Middle East anymore. The only thing they need to do is call for a permanent ceasefire. I would rather they BUY Palestinian land from Israel, and EVEN THAT is pushing it.
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