We all saw the nuclear defense system in Poland, and Russia's response.
We all saw Iran's nuclear program.
We all saw Georgia v Russia.
We all saw Musharaf (PM, Pakistan) stepping down.
That was all a month ago.
Past week:
Sunday, November 23rd - Georgian President, riding in a convoy with the Polish PM, were fired upon by Russian military in Georgian territory - this was a "shoot to kill". They failed, for now.
Monday, November 24th - Americans launch missiles into Pakistan, killing 20 people. Apparently, 5 of those were high profile members of terrorist organizations.
Wednesday, November 26th - Mumbai (Bombay), India is under fire. Entire country on lock down. The group claiming resposnsibility (Deccan Mujahaddin) is affiliated with the Indian Mujahaddin, which has suport from Indonesia and Pakistan.
So, lets find the fronts, shall we?
Eastern front - Europe, most of which is in the EU, is alligned with the US. Whatever countries are involved, will not fight against another true European country (ie, France v. Germany, Spain v Italy). With that said, the Eastern front will be the Western Border of Russia on one side, Poland/Ukraineon the other.
The South-Russian Front - alot of former Soviet countries are attempting to join the EU for trade. Others just don't like Russian influence. And so, it'll be Russia v. Geogria, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan.
Middle-Eastern front - Syria (ally of Russia) v. Turkey, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Israel. Iran v. Kuwait/Iraq, Afganistan v. Pakistan. It'll be interesting to see how Saudis are going to play this. On the one hand, they can take Oman, Yemen, the UAE, and Qatar. On the other hand, they'll get more money and goods from the US if they stay sovereign/allies to Iraq.
Southeast Asia - China/North Korea v. South Korea/Japan/Taiwan.
India v. Pakistan, China. *Note: Those who might think "Hindu v. Muslim relations in Bangladesh, please understand - India loves Bengalis, and in fact heped them gain independance from Pakistan some years ago. *.
Indonesia, China v. Australia, Thailand, Philippines.
Countries to look at: Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Burma/Myanmar. They could sit on the side lines, as they are too poor/don't have armies/don't have anything to gain. On the other hand, they might be invaded.
Anyone see problems with this set up? Countries on wrong sides? Maybe you think that Africa will be involved a bit (countries of note include Libya, Egypt). Maybe you think that Bulgaria, or Belarus, or the Baltic States in Europe will join Russia.
We all saw Iran's nuclear program.
We all saw Georgia v Russia.
We all saw Musharaf (PM, Pakistan) stepping down.
That was all a month ago.
Past week:
Sunday, November 23rd - Georgian President, riding in a convoy with the Polish PM, were fired upon by Russian military in Georgian territory - this was a "shoot to kill". They failed, for now.
Monday, November 24th - Americans launch missiles into Pakistan, killing 20 people. Apparently, 5 of those were high profile members of terrorist organizations.
Wednesday, November 26th - Mumbai (Bombay), India is under fire. Entire country on lock down. The group claiming resposnsibility (Deccan Mujahaddin) is affiliated with the Indian Mujahaddin, which has suport from Indonesia and Pakistan.
So, lets find the fronts, shall we?
Eastern front - Europe, most of which is in the EU, is alligned with the US. Whatever countries are involved, will not fight against another true European country (ie, France v. Germany, Spain v Italy). With that said, the Eastern front will be the Western Border of Russia on one side, Poland/Ukraineon the other.
The South-Russian Front - alot of former Soviet countries are attempting to join the EU for trade. Others just don't like Russian influence. And so, it'll be Russia v. Geogria, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan.
Middle-Eastern front - Syria (ally of Russia) v. Turkey, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Israel. Iran v. Kuwait/Iraq, Afganistan v. Pakistan. It'll be interesting to see how Saudis are going to play this. On the one hand, they can take Oman, Yemen, the UAE, and Qatar. On the other hand, they'll get more money and goods from the US if they stay sovereign/allies to Iraq.
Southeast Asia - China/North Korea v. South Korea/Japan/Taiwan.
India v. Pakistan, China. *Note: Those who might think "Hindu v. Muslim relations in Bangladesh, please understand - India loves Bengalis, and in fact heped them gain independance from Pakistan some years ago. *.
Indonesia, China v. Australia, Thailand, Philippines.
Countries to look at: Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Burma/Myanmar. They could sit on the side lines, as they are too poor/don't have armies/don't have anything to gain. On the other hand, they might be invaded.
Anyone see problems with this set up? Countries on wrong sides? Maybe you think that Africa will be involved a bit (countries of note include Libya, Egypt). Maybe you think that Bulgaria, or Belarus, or the Baltic States in Europe will join Russia.
