"The debate is over: By any definition, Iraq is in a state of civil war. Indeed, the only thing standing between Iraq and a descent into total Bosnia-like devastation is 135,000 U.S. troops -- and even they are merely slowing the fall. The internecine conflict could easily spiral into one that threatens not only Iraq but also its neighbors throughout the oil-rich Persian Gulf region with instability, turmoil and war."
Anyone still clutching on to the view that Iraq is not in a state of civil war should read this piece by Daniel L. Byman and Kenneth M. Pollack, in today's Washington Post.
Not only do they debunk the myth, pedalled by Bush and Blair , that Iraq is far away from civil war, but with precision they analyse the possible results on the region and the rest of the world.
Not to be read on an empty stomach.
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