How Likely is a War with Iran if President Obama is Re-elected?

[ProSense]

10. Well,

Let me be clear, I think this is far better then the GOP entering the White House. Iran is a serious security problem and I trust the President to handle it and I think he will handle it by bring together allies and regional friends to deal with the problem . However, I would suggest that war is still a possibility with Iran, even with the re-election of the President.

Stating that fact doesn't mean that I love war. It means I am trying to describe the World as it is, not as I want it to be.

...I don't know, you seem to have war and getting rid of war crimes laws on your mind.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/1002235322

http://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1002&pid=236385

The President's statement:

And we will safeguard America’s own security against those who threaten our citizens, our friends, and our interests. Look at Iran. Through the power of our diplomacy, a world that was once divided about how to deal with Iran’s nuclear program now stands as one. The regime is more isolated than ever before; its leaders are faced with crippling sanctions, and as long as they shirk their responsibilities, this pressure will not relent.

Let there be no doubt: America is determined to prevent Iran from getting a nuclear weapon, and I will take no options off the table to achieve that goal. (Applause.)

But a peaceful resolution of this issue is still possible, and far better, and if Iran changes course and meets its obligations, it can rejoin the community of nations.

Also, implying that there is more to Panetta's statement than standard boilerplate used in every negotiation ("There are no options off the table&quot , ignoring that the President's statement actually rebuffs war and discussing U.S. involvement in hypothetical wars between other countries does leave an impression.

Do you think there should be a war with Iran?