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Katie G's avatar

Thanks John for always offering valuable insights and updates!

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John Droz's avatar

Katie: You're welcome. TY for the appreciation.

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Senior Moments's avatar

Walk softly, carry a big stick, and use it when you have to. Peace through strength. Trump did the right thing. Thank you for an excellent summary!

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Julia's avatar

Trump's actions earn him Nobel Peace Prize accolades for what may be the single most persuasive move in the Middle East. The symbolic symantics surrounding the events were truly masterful. <><

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John Droz's avatar

SM: Yes, that is a good way of phrasing it.

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CommnSense's avatar

It is disappointing that all journalists focus on Trump. It is little Israel that identified the nuclear and terrorist-supporting IRGC leaders over 4 decades. It is little Israel that has been surrounded by IRGC proxy terrorism, targeted by IRGC proxy terrorism and which has consistently suffered the threat of death and destruction on their doorstep for 4 decades. It is little Israel that finally said Enough is Enough and pulled the trigger on Hamas, then Hezbollah, then Houthi and then finally Iran itself. It is little Israel that has suffered damage and loss of life from rockets and missiles and suicide bombers over 4 decades because of Iran and its proxies. It is little Israel that suffered the risks, rockets, missiles and casualties of a war against the proxies and finally the IRGC themselves.

And after 4 decades of the USA playing footsies and word games with Iran, Trump now takes all the credits because over a few hours he unleashed 14 bunker buster bombs and 28 Tomahawks to target 3 nuclear facilities. If Trump had not played his small part, little Israel would have eventually finished the job on its own on the ground if necessary albeit with more time and with the risk that America could slow its military hardware supply to little Israel.

This constant war against little Israel will slow, but will not cease because the perverse UN is infested with anti-Semitic member nations and anti-Semitic bureaucracies who will continue to blame little Israel for the damage being foisted on the world by a belligerent cult known as Islam and it's twin brother of division and envy, namely Communism.

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Julia's avatar

I, too, was deeply concerned and felt exactly the same way—until I saw the outcome. As always, I’ve admired Israel and remain grateful that we support this miraculous nation. President Trump’s comment that the U.S. will not assassinate Ali Khamenei struck me as particularly amusing in the context.

I’ve long despised past administrations that publicly announced U.S. intentions under the guise of playing by the Marquis of Queensbury rules, often compromising operational security and endangering missions. I’m grateful that what we see on the surface today is a public presentation—very different from the strategic reality unfolding behind the scenes.

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Kenneth A. Capron's avatar

It isn't over yet. Iran is run by a religious fanatic dictator in a religion that demands the erasure of Israel and Israelis forever. He doesn't care about killing all his people in achieving his goal of elimination. Too soon to celebrate until we see the true damage assessments. I'd like to see Iran take the IAEA on a tour of the "undamaged" equipment. Someone is going to get walking papers if we missed the targets!

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John Droz's avatar

Ken: Let's think positively, as there is no benefit to being negative.

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Kenneth A. Capron's avatar

There's a huge difference between thinking negatively and identifying problems before they evolve. I cannot consider IRAN to be a positive factor in the future of our World. The Koran does not permit it. We should also be mindful of whatever bits of truth are part of Trumps statement. Let's not have another Colin Powell where we through one of our most important historical figures. Being negative allows us to anticipate our risks. We learned that lesson in Pearl Harbor. Bad Actors are just that - nothing more.

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John Droz's avatar

Ken: Of course positivity needs to be infused with realism.

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Julia's avatar

A just consequence of recent events would be awarding President Trump the Nobel Peace Prize. Few actions hold as much potential to advance peace as a strong, unwavering stand against terrorism. When America demonstrates the courage to confront violent extremism directly, it sends a powerful message to both allies and adversaries: peace is not achieved through appeasement, but through strength backed by principle. In an age of escalating threats, decisive leadership that prioritizes safety and global stability should be recognized, not dismissed. <><

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John Droz's avatar

Julia: Thank you for a fine suggestion.

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Sheila Barkofske's avatar

I just commented on a posting by John Leake handwringing as to whether this (Iran strike) was the coming end of the world (a bit of exaggeration). While no one has a crystal ball, I concur with all of your quick thoughts. Trump delivered his message to multiple entities on multiple levels & without mass casualties. & I never thought I would be saying this but John Fetterman is the smartest dem there is.

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John Droz's avatar

Sheila: Thank you. Critical Thinking usually produces reasonable results.

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Mark J Lanza's avatar

John,

Great commentary on the issues and DJT’s desire for World Peace.

Once our President get’s the economy moving with the BBB and Tariff resolutions, myself and many others are anxiously awaiting the trials for the nefarious actors that tried, and are still trying to destroy our country from within!

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John Droz's avatar

Mark: TY. Yes, it is disturbing how much press malcontents get.

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Mark J Lanza's avatar

Critical thinkers dismiss Fake News!

Thanks for enlightening us!

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Barbara Charis's avatar

Thanks for your analysis of world events today! People need to do more Critical Thinking, before they jump to conclusions without having all the facts.

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John Droz's avatar

Barbara: TY for your support.

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