Iran Vs Israel - What could happen if Israel goes in war with Iran in 2012?

Iran also called The Islamic Revolution of Iran has recently been in a lot of controversy regarding it’s Nuclear program in the quest for Nuclear Energy. However, the U.S has passed down many economic sanctions to stop Iran’s effort to achieve Nuclear Energy as it believes that a Nuclear power country in Middle East would be a threat to worldwide peace and security. Matters got worse after President of Iran, Mr. Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said that the destruction of Israel was near. As to now, all the diplomatic solutions against Iran have failed. Iran has threatened that if the west tried to threaten its national security, it would cease the Strait of Hormuz, through which world’s 40% oil trade is done. On the other side Israel has warned that if nothing is done by the end of 2012, it will attack Iran.

                                                       

Let’s analyze as to what possible strategic moves could these countries make and what could be the outcome in terms of alliance, military power and technology.

Iran (Islamic revolution of Iran)

Iran has advanced its military in great deal in the past recent years. It has strengthened its alliance with Russia and China who are the major suppliers of surface-to-air and surface-to-surface missile systems. Iran conducted its highest number of aerial and navy defense drills this year. Iran’s military successfully test fired its mid-range Ballistic missiles which are capable of causing immense damage to its enemies in the region. Its destroyers such as the Jamaran are equipped with modern radars and electronic warfare capabilities. Moreover, in 2012, Iran upgraded a lot of its own missiles, the most recent being the Fateh 110 short range ballistic missile, which has its reach over the gulf and sea of Oman. Earlier this year, Iran successfully test fired its long range ballistic missile capable of carrying Nuclear War head, whose range includes Israel, parts of Europe and all U.S allies in the Middle East.

Israel

Israel on the other hand has experienced a lot of warfare against its country since its creation. It is believed to have had nuclear power though it has never clearly stated it. It has advanced its military with high technology and modern warfare weapons with the help of the United States and the western countries. It’s alliance with the US is one of key factors which provides Israel a tremendous edge.

Do we really need a war?

The CIA (US intelligence) has declared that there is no threat of Iran having a nuclear bomb. And so have the rest of the top intelligence across the globe. Many argue that it is Israel that wants to go on war with Iran, and later let the Americans do the dirty job by finishing the Iranian army. However, looking at all the news channels and reports across the world, there is no need for a war to happen against Iran.

The War

If Israel attacks Iran, the whole world would break out into chaos. Any attack on Iran would cause a retaliation from Iran. The foremost step of Iran would be to close the Strait of Hormuz to cut down the oil trade which would cause a huge inflation of oil prices worldwide. Most likely, just as the Gulf War, Saudi Arabia might overproduce oil which in turn might force Iran to attack the oil refineries in the Middle East which could cause a havoc and utter economic collapse in the world.

                               

 The next step would be that U.S would join the war and side with Israel. But, it doesn’t actually seem to be that easy for Israel as it appears to be. It would require ‘time’ for the U.S troops to be deployed in Israel. In that time, Iran does have the capability to strike Israel really hard. For the Israel to cause air strikes over Iran, it would have to cross over the air space of either Jordan, Iraq, Saudi Arabia or Turkey, all of which hate the presence of the State of Israel in Middle East. The Israeli air force would also have to re-fuel in mid air as the trip back and forth to Israel is more than 3000 KM, again, always with the fear that other Gulf countries would strike down its planes. Next, a war with Israel would gain immense support for Iran in the Middle East. Iran could also get fighters from Afghanistan and Pakistan. Iran also has the most number of Muslim Shiite group who are also scattered around the Middle East. The war in turn would cause uprising and rebellion in all over the Middle East. With the Shahab III missiles (capable of carrying Nuclear Warheads), Iran can target all of the U.S allies in the Middle East. Iraq in the long run would also in turn side with Iran due to its hatred against the U.S.

The U.S Army

               Once, the US arrives in Israel and the Middle east, there is no doubt that the world’s most powerful country will beat down Iran very hard. But looking at Iran’s current preparation for a war and its history of warfare, Iran would definitely give U.S a real tough time. It’s geological and strategic position on the globe would prove to be a major factor for its resistance and maybe even its victory against the U.S.

Whatever be the case, if the war happens, it would effect the world’s economy so bad, that it might take years for it to recover. All we could hope is that the war never starts...

Please share your comments about your opinion on this matter???

Five foods to have for Iftaar.

In the holy month of Ramadhan, Muslims all around the globe fast from sunrise to sunset. Now, since this year (2012) Ramadhan has occurred in the summer season, one of the main challenges faced by Muslims is loss of water or dehydration as well as fatigue. The foods you consume during Iftar (food consumed after breaking the fast at sunset) are really important for your body. After an entire hot day of work and strain, your body needs nutrients to replenish your health. 

Here is the list of five things you should include in your Iftar -

Dates - Dates are definitely used in every Iftar to open the fast. Well, one should know that instead of having just one date, try having a bunch of them (preferably in odd numbers because it is sunnah). Dates are 

high in dietary fibres like potassium and have high concentration of sugars which indeed make them really essential for anyone to regain energy for the body.

  

Watermelon – Watermelons are really an essential fruit for Iftar. More than 90% is water. It is tasty and makes a sensational item to include in your Iftar as a fruit or as a juice. It also has Lycopene, a dietary fibre 

which helps fight many kinds of cancer!

Cantaloupe (Melon) – Cantaloupe 

includes different kinds of melons. Almost all of them are important. They contain essential vitamins and minerals which replace the lost nutrients during the fast.

Cucumbers – Cucumbers are the simple, cheap and an easy way to boost you up! They have high water concentration within them, key nutrients to help you regain your 

strength and helps regulate blood pressure. It also helps in getting rid of constipation.

Milk – Yes Milk! Often times, people forget to add milk in their Iftaar. Milk plays a major role in any Iftar as it is a complete food. It has all the required nutrients for the body. 

Buttermilk is one of the best way to cool down your body during Ramdhan!

Besides these, try to include different kinds of fruit juices to make your day!

Hope this information would be helpful to you!

Feel free to like, comment or share your ideas on this blog and 

HAVE A GREAT RAMADHAN!

Pranab Mukherjee - Rise to Power!

PRANAB MUKHERJEE - RISE TO POWER 

Pranab Mukherjee was elected as the 13th President of the Republic of India on 18^th of July, 2012 as he won the election by achieving more than 700,000 votes. He would be taking up his office at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on July 25, 2012  

 

 Born at Mirati in the Bengal province of British India (now West Bengal State of India), Pranab Mukherjee was born at a time period in which India was under the British rule. He graduated from the University of Calcutta and holds a Master’s Degree in political Science, Law and History.

His political career began in 1969 when he joined the Indian National Congress under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi (also known as the ‘Iron Lady of India’). The Iron Lady had claimed him “man for all seasons”. Before his presidency, Pranab took various others positions within the office. He was the Deputy Chairperson from 1991-96, Minister of External Affairs from 1995-96, Minister of Defense from 2004-06 and Minister of Finance from 2009-12.

But this road to success was not an easy task for the President.  During his early years, after the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on October 31, 1984, Pranab was expelled from the party because of his bad relations with the next PM, Rajiv Gandhi. Before India’s independence in 1947, Pranab spent nearly around 10 years in British jails in his thrive for independence. Recently during the election for Indian presidency, Mamta Banerjee, member of his own party, the Indian National Congress opposed his selection and said that Abdul Kalam was a much deserving candidate than him.

Despite all the controversies, Pranab Mukherjee has proven to be a good leader as far as now. Looking at the corruption and economic issues of India, Pranab appears to be a worthy decision made by the Republic of India. I wish him good luck for the future! 


What do you think should the President do to better India in terms of economy, international relations, employment or the hike in prices?