U.S. intervention not the answer in Middle East
By Fareed Zakaria
It would be nice if an American intervention could identify the moderate Syrians, ensure that they defeat the (much stronger) radical Islamists and then the (much stronger) Assad army, and then stabilize and rule Syria. More likely, it would help Assad and add fuel to a raging fire.
Let’s review the record. The United States’ non-intervention in Bosnia in the early 1990s is said to have spawned Islamic radicalism, as did the interventions in Iraq and Afghanistan in the early 2000s, as did the partnership with Pakistan’s military, as did drone strikes in Pakistan and Yemen, as did the surge in Afghanistan, as did the withdrawal of troops from that country. When the United States intervenes, it is said to provoke terrorists; when it doesn’t, it is said to show that Washington is weak. No matter what the United States has done over the past two decades, Islamic radicalism has been on the rise, often directed against the United States and its Western allies, and it always finds a few alienated young men who act on its perverse ideology.
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How convenient that Fareed did not read these books in college!
It is not anyone's fault that hinduism was an inspiration for Nazi's to undertake the holocaust against Jews. It is not anyone's fault that Gandhi wrote friendly letters to Hitler encouraging extermination of jews. It is not anyone's fault that Subhash Chandra Bose was wined and dined by Nazis and supported holocaust of jews as well. There are numerous books written on this subject for crying out loud.
Trying to pretend it did not happen doesn't cut it. It is what it is and live with it. You cannot stop people from debating. This is not India where threats are made and your family is raiped to shut you up. Not going to happen. Hindus need to fess up and seek atonement.
Because Blue, thats what publicity people do. You've been known to do it yourself, quite often in fact! That messiah post much earlier today is one very good example! But i'm telling you this, when you profess to be "God like" things have a way of not going well for you. You should probably turn that down a notch.
When "intervention" means war, aerial bombardment and injustice, the violence in the area increases and terrorists groups rise up. Fareed is right and I"m actually surprised that it took him this long... War breeds terror like fuel to the fire. How would you feel if another country invaded your home and bombed thousands of civilians including some of your family members and called it "collateral damage"? This is how sympathy for these terrorists flourishes. This is how war in the long run solves nothing. In fact, it makes matters worse. I mean let's look at the facts...The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have all ended up in failure. Places like Yemen & Pakistan have greater number of terrorists now than they ever did before the drone strikes... When places like France ban the burka in schools and draw mocking cartoons of a fundamental belief system and call it "free speech" all the while imprisoning a comic (Dieudonné M'bala) to 7 years for simply posting offensive material... Ask yourself where is the justice or freedom of speech then? When Israel bombed Gaza and killed some 2,200 innocent civilians last year, where was the "Unity Rally' then? When people like Bill Maher and Sam Harris or news agencies like Fox News blame Islam, they promote further hatred and bigotry. We have to rebuild the Middle East. We have to embrace all religions with equal respect. We have to put away our differences and accept each other for who we are: equal human beings regardless of religion, culture, race or ethnic background. Enough is enough. Stop these senseless wars and think about the future of our planet and our children.
Really? Me? Are you kidding me?
I have known that my well wishers considered me a saint, messiah and prophet. Never in my wildest dreams ever thought they would treat me like a God. I am utterly humbled but no thank you. I am a common person and very happy in my skin.
I will try to live up to your expectations. Please keep my feet grounded in reality.
You're welcome! Although i think you may have misunderstood what i was saying! When you liken yourself to those that you just mentioned it tends to make people not take you serious. And i can't imagine it would help you much with the ladies either. Your information is great, and its obvious you've put a lot of effort into research. Also, above all else you have an obvious conviction in what you say, which is very important if you wish to be a public speaker. You have all of that going for you, so you don't need to profess to be "God like." Doing that will only discourage those who may have been your greatest fans. Thats just my advice. Stick to the facts, and say it like you mean it and you will go far! 😉
As I said I am very happy in my skin. Wouldn't want to be anyone else let alone God. Shhhh.... Don't want bad guys to hear it. Lol.
Seriously, I am not here to pass time. My convictions bring me here.
Lol bad guys usually make a detour when God is mentioned so i think you're safe. Carry on.
What is the point of this article? It is nonsense.
Shut this blog down.
It wil be.
Excuse me Mr.Martin, but you don't get to decide that. If it troubles you than move along! If you would like an education on India than stick around. My friend here, Mr. Saffron, is an expert on that topic! So cop a squat and maybe you'll learn something. Like maybe some manners!
And what is your role? Here'sssss Johnyyyyy?
Most of folk here from India. Note singularity
Nobody posting here is from India. Not that permanently.
*Note that permanently.
Wonder whatever happened to Mission Accomplished. Osama is dead problem over. Who is ISIS, AQAP, ASAP, BJP, SHIV SENA ?
Blame it on Blue. And I haven't yet started on India and the >700 freedom fughting outfits.
Hmmmm
"Blame it on Blue."
Explain, please.
By today's standards Martin Luther King would be categorized a terrorist. Malcolm X the Haqqani equivalent. Charlie Manson akin to Modi with accountability delivered.
We who advocated for equal rights at the time of Dr, King had no idea that racial hatred would grow into what America hosts today.
Extreme views from both whites and African-Americans make rational discussion almost impossible.
Calling for honest discussions will only make the situation worse if those talking to each other have not bee trained to think.
Well well if it isnt my old pal philip! Are you trying to disrupt the class? I would think my name would be self explanitory as to my role. Observe and learn, maybe a little educating as well.
See if Fareed had an ounce of brain he would be writing a blog on Martin Luther King to celebrate his birthday. This boy is so out of touch with americana he hasn't a clue. Put him on a donkey cart back to Raipistan. NOTE: I am avoiding the mention of certain name to please an apologiste. Martini for two please.
I don't think FZ writes about domestic affairs; just on how the US affects the world.
His recent blog was on American Innovation.
Hello banasy.
How about an article about the global effects of the USA's deterioration in the relationship between our races?
Good point, Blue Saffron.
Hello, JIF: I fear that would be a longer entry than a mere blog would allow.
Never liked that Manson guy, he has some spaced out eyes.
My closest friend was a member of the crowd murdered by the Manson family. He would have been at the house that night, but something happened to prevent his going there.
He is convinced that he could have tricked the lovely Manson groupies and saved most of the lives.
I don't think he would have been able to get around Tex Watson.
I think your friend is lucky to be alive; I wonder if he suffers from survivor's guilt?
Sounds like he works for Congress instead of CNN.
Back in the day in America who would you equate the African slaves and the native Indians to ... with today's prism? Terrorists? Palestinians? Radical extremists? Talibans? ISIS/Al Qaeda/AQAP? The Africans were fighting for freedom. The Native Indians for their lands. Just think about it.
We have all thought tout all of those thing's.
At least, I certainly have.
How do today's racial tensins, and economic failures, affect the rest of the world?
Things.
Pas thing's.
StupidPhone...
Tricked someone who was all doped up? He should be grateful he wasn't there then.
Who's blog? Charles Manson? That man is an utter failure don't you think. He should've got the death penalty only i don't know if California does the death penalty. Do they?
You must be very young. California sentenced most of those fine your persons to the gas chamber, but the death penalty was declared naughty about 1964, saving them for a lifetime of free rent and board.
A good thing, too: one of the murdered is now a great preacher, saving souls for the Lord!
Aleluya.
One of the murderers...
StupidPhone.
Why does Crazy Horse remind me of Osama?
You know where I am going with this. Suggest you visit his memorial being built with private money in South Dakota. The largest ever and the same sculptor who did Mt. Washington. .
I will check that out Blue. Got an early day tomorrow but all of you have a nice evening. Cya on the flip side! (that means tomorrow) 😉
That does not mean "tomorrow" for your information. It means when a big rig flips over and it's shiny side is upside down. U stupid city slickers anyhow.
It also refers to DJ's talking about the "B" side of vinyl records.
It means, informally, "see you later."
Philip is here so Stfu.
Philip, you know that I do not stfu for you.
Good evening.
@Bleu Saffron. Not inspiration for NAZIs as you claim. Rather excuses to drug young men like Adolph Hitler. An equivalent of an FBI agent recruited after WWI to spy on rich industrialists and doctors forming the NAZI political party.
The solution to Middle East is to let Pakistan emerge as the regional power, being the only nuclear Islamic State, and control the muslims. Iran will be a challenge but can be corraled.
Was talking to drunk horses, Joey. Not friends from NY.
The solution to the ME Peace Crisis is to arm Israel's sworn enemies. (Check)
"It will be." Lmao
Praise the load sweet Jeezus.
Maybe you should follow your own advice. Yea i think that would be a great idea. And once again youre WRONG!
So hows that character assassination lawsuit going @ philip? Lololol