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From a logistics standpoint, the Iraqi war is a horrible mess. Our supply lines are stretched way beyond acceptable measures. Not to mention that a large part of our military is totally surrounded by hostile nations which causes a defensive posture along hundreds of miles.
The arab nations are extremely threatened by the attack on Iraq. OPEC can effectively be dismantled if America seizes control of the Iraqi oil production. Simply flooding the market with oil would destroy the OPEC hold on prices. The arab nations will most likely end up assisting the Iraqi military.
There are many, many reasons why the middle eastern peoples might decide to attack the American military during this campaign. And if they do, our only line of retreat is through the Strait of Hormuz. It could turn very, very ugly for the American military. I hope that it does not but chances are very high that it will.
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