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Old 12-29-2005, 02:15 PM
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Default Re: Should we partition Iraq?

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Iraq is very unlikely to be preserved as a united nation. Let's recognize this and begin negotiations to form separate countries relatively peacefully.

[/ QUOTE ] Form seperate countries relatively peacefuly? I think not. As you say, if the country is partitioned, there will be some serious disputes as to who gets what. The kurds will need kirkuk, but there is no way the sunnishia will cede it to them. also, if you propose three entities, how the craap do you split the rest of the country. the shia will push their newfound advantage, and the sunni will not get shortchanged and take it sitting down. I don't think the kurds are as adament about getting there own country as youmake them out to be. as long as they are givin relative autonomy within their region i think they will be appeased. their employment issues can be addressed by assuring them a large portion of the oil related jobs in the greater kirkuk area.
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