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Gates: Iran missile test proves Tehran is a threat

By PAULINE JELINEK, Associated Press Writer 1 hour, 27 minutes ago



WASHINGTON - Defense Secretary Robert Gates says Iran's missile test bolsters the U.S. argument that Tehran is a threat. He also says it counters Russia's case against the need for a missile defense system in Europe.

Gates says the U.S. has said for some time that there is a real threat Iran could develop long-range missiles to use against Europe. He says Tehran's launch of several missiles Wednesday helps make that point.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon is studying Iran's latest missile test to figure out exactly what was launched and what it shows about Tehran's missile capabilities.

The White House called on Iran to refrain from any more tests. And Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said Wednesday the tests are more evidence that the world needs the U.S. missile defense system.
It will remain unclear how significant the test was until it is fully analyzed, said Defense Department officials who spoke on the condition of anonymity, because they were not authorized to talk publicly about the ongoing assessment.

An early assessment showed that U.S. tracking systems detected seven missile launches, two officials said. Pentagon intelligence assesses that the launches were part of what it calls "troop training." Officials noted that the test came during Iran's "Noble Prophet" exercise — an exercise also held twice in 2006, each time including multiple missile launches.

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Summerwind

Iran is a threat, Israel is a threat, even the USA is a threat; depending on where one lives and what principles/ideals ones holds dear. So your point is????

Vader

My point is that Iran has proven why they can NEVER be allowed to have nuclear toys of ANY kind.

If you combine the mad rantings of that moron, Aminajackoff, and the missle tests, I would say there is clear and convincing evidence of Iran's true intentions.

Iran needs to be told to stop making nukes or they will be embargoed until thier already pathetic economy crashes. (This will cause the Mullahs and the Ayetolietbowl to be overthrown)

obvious Child

So?

You really think Iran would use an incriminating missile to deliver a weapon especially when Europe and other countries have air defenses capable of wiping out a few incoming missiles? You sir, are no strategist.

If Iran is going to use a nuke, it won't deliver it on a missile. That is damn obvious to anyone who understands the situtation.

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Summerwind

Well then, is has been proven equally that USA and Israel shouldn't have nukes. I'm missing your point. And our VP and President and Republican Presidential candidate have been "ranting" themselves regarding Iran, so I see this as all things being equal; except Iran doesn't even have the capability and we do. It always real humorous (and sickening) when bullies try to claim victimization.

Doc Howl

Too bad we're too busy to do anything about it.

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The Bare Knuckled Pundit

Bear in mind that a missile and a nuclear weapon are two completely different things.

While I may have a nuclear weapon, if I have to use my Jeep as the delivery system, its utility is extremely limited. In order to create a true strategic weapon one must be able to miniaturize the weapon, mate it to a missile, make it survivable so it doesn't become disabled in flight and perfect a guidance system.

Nonetheless, the Iranian missile program is a significant component of a strategic weapons program and should be taken very seriously. In addition to being a delivery system for nuclear weapons, it can also deliver conventional high explosives as well as chemical, biological and radiological payloads. Again, the last three are dependent on their weaponization and in-flight survivability, though.

Personally, I would recommend the Administration add an immediate and permanent halt to missile technology as part of the price for a comprehensive agreement with North Korea on their nuclear program. Iran has been provided significant funding in exchange for NK missile technology. The result is the Shahab 3 that was tested yesterday and plans for the Shahab 4 and 5. Intead of dealing with these matters piecemeal, perhaps a more holistic and comprehensive approach is in order.

Remember, chess was created by Persians and the regime is clearly playing a masterful game.

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Vader

Apparently, you're not getting it. This is common among those of your political demonination... so I will explain it SLOWLY.

1. Iran is owned and operated by TERRORISTS
2. Iran has delivery vehicles that COULD BE USED to deliver nuke toys
3. Iran's leader is an extremist lunatic
4. Islam an nuclear go togther as well as Nazi and Jewish welfare!
5. Your constant stance against Iran's status as a "THREAT" is tantamount to support for the regieme.

Vader

Precisley why I stated that Iran needs to be told to stop persuing nukes or face an embargo that will COMPLETELY shut down their economy.

The mullahs and the ayetoiletbowl know that such an embargo will lead to the end of their regieme. The know they don't want to lose power; therefore, they WILL stop if the nations of the world make this threat as a GROUP. This means we need the mindless tards in Russia and China to quit whacking their puds and get with the program.

Iran cannot be allowed to have:

Nukes
Missiles
BIOs
Chems
Weapons of greater threat than a common sling-shot.

Vader

We can set an embargo in place that will CRIPPLE Iran's economy.