Jun 10 2008
Geopolitical Update: Saber Rattling Amuck!
“We should privatize the sanctions against Iran by launching a worldwide divestment campaign.“
–Senator John McCain, the Republican nominee for the presidency.
Military and economic Sabre rattling is the order of the day. As if prices are not already distorted enough, the thought of another war in Iran should concern all vigilant investors!
- EU mulls asset freeze for Iranian banks
- Oil prices rebound on supply concerns, growing global demand and Middle East tensions
- Bush prods allies for tougher stance on Iran
- Arabs shocked by Obama speech stating Jerusalem “undivided capital of Israel“
- ‘Unavoidable’ attack on Iran looms, says Israeli minister
- Iran blasts Mofaz remark, warns of ‘painful’ response if Israel attack
- Olmert Hints U.S. Action on Iran Nukes is Near
On the issue of war with Iran, consider Jimb Lobe’s observations on its possibility. Also, consider Llew Rockwell’s piece on the relationship between War and Inflation.
Do we have an opinion on should there be a war with Iran, or no war? Indeed, we do, but that does not matter. What matters is that readers consider what each alternative means to them in how they handle there own affairs.
