ROAR: “Game of nerves” over Iran better than “fatal scenario”
Published: 18 February, 2010, 14:40
Edited: 22 February, 2010, 21:29
The round of activity over Iran may be the last chance to avoid a military conflict, Russian analysts say.
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Published: 18 February, 2010, 14:40
Edited: 22 February, 2010, 21:29
The round of activity over Iran may be the last chance to avoid a military conflict, Russian analysts say.
With regard to an attack on Iran the 'wild card' that is China has yet to be played. If China decide to get between Iran and the US things could get very interesting indeed, even with or without the involvement of Russia. I shall watch developments with interest.