If attacked, how would our government react? A visitor to your Web site has filled out the form located at:http://www.kurdishaspect.com/SubViews.htmlMultiple Line Textbox 1<img src="/tp.gif" alt="" border="0" width="30" class="lpxtab">If attacked, how would our government react? Azad Kurdistani Embattled by a set of hostile regimes, the odds of Kurdistan being subject to an invasion by the incomparably well-resourced countries should not be underestimated. Troop’s surge on Kurdistan's frontiers, violation of Kurdish territories, periodic raids on Kurdish settlements are all warning signs that an invasion can transpire. Some commentators argue that such a scenario is absolutely not on the cards due to the US presence in the region. They make a case that an attack on Kurdistan will undermine the US goal of stabilizing the country. That maintaining security in Kurdistan is key to the future of a united Iraq and vital for setting up a potential US military installation. Despite all the cited assumptions, our forces should always remain well-prepared, self-reliant and able to protect the homeland in case of an unanticipated foreign threat.Simultaneously, our government shares liability to ensure the security and protection of citizens. The question being outlined is: Has a special session ever been allotted to weigh up this pivotal issue in our parliament? If so, were the conclusions proclaimed to public? How would our government really act in response? Are there common perceptions and a joint agreement on this subject among the differing political and religious parties in Kurdistan ? To what extent are our Peshmarga forces prepared? Is PUK going to merge forces with KDP? Would Islamists remain neutral, side with other Muslim groups or fight for the autonomy of Kurdistan ? And many other such queries exist that the administration necessitates seeking prior consultation, coordination and preparation. In my opinion, the following points are of the essence. 1) Allocating a higher budget for our military in order to attract more young recruits In view of the current national economic deficit, apportioning a very massive budget for only military spending will not be functional and realistic. There are additional elemental issues that are of higher priority to government. But an increase in the military outlay can definitely help strengthen the efficiency of our forces and expand it dimension. With higher incomes, more young recruits can be encouraged to sign up for military services and substitute the aged and unschooled Peshmargas. 2) Procurement of highly developed and more sophisticated military weapons Part of our military expenditures could also be apportioned to acquire the latest military hardware. To be able to guard ourselves, we should be in possession of advanced military machinery. 3) More cooperation among Kurdish groups and parties The sundry political groups in Kurdistan should more push for a national unity strategy than pursuing their own agendas. The two major Kurdish parties (KDP and PUK) require improving their military relationship, including exchanging and combining their military forces, expertise, exercises and training activities. In stead of having separate factional militias, a more mighty national army has to come into being, compromising of different classes of society. 4) A two year mandatory military service As we can clearly perceive, our new government is still in cradle. It is intimidated by various enemies. It is the responsibility of every loyal and devoted citizen to help protect our country against any harm. Under the present circumstances, a mandatory military service term will be de rigueur. A new law should be enacted, enforcing a mandatory period of military service for every citizen. Preferably, a two year period of time. To sum up, we should always remain on the alert and all set to coup with any internal or external threat. Threats should not be underestimated. Our government should always have prior and proper preparations. The status quo may linger on even for decades. We can survive only through joint and concerted efforts.One Line Textbox 1<img src="/tp.gif" alt="" border="0" width="30" class="lpxtab">Azadkurdistani2000@yahoo.comOne Line Textbox 2<img src="/tp.gif" alt="" border="0" width="30" class="lpxtab">Azad Kurdistani

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If attacked, how would our government react?

Kurdishaspect.com - By Azad Kurdistani

Embattled by a set of hostile regimes, the odds of Kurdistan being subject to an invasion by the incomparably well-resourced countries should not be underestimated.

Troop’s surge on Kurdistan's frontiers, violation of Kurdish territories, periodic raids on Kurdish settlements are all warning signs that an invasion can transpire.

Some commentators argue that such a scenario is absolutely not on the cards due to the US presence in the region. They make a case that an attack on Kurdistan will undermine the US goal of stabilizing the country. That maintaining security in Kurdistan is key to the future of a united Iraq and vital for setting up a potential US military installation.

Despite all the cited assumptions, our forces should always remain well-prepared, self-reliant and able to protect the homeland in case of an unanticipated foreign threat. Simultaneously, our government shares liability to ensure the security and protection of citizens.

The question being outlined is: Has a special session ever been allotted to weigh up this pivotal issue in our parliament? If so, were the conclusions proclaimed to public? How would our government really act in response? Are there common perceptions and a joint agreement on this subject among the differing political and religious parties in Kurdistan ? To what extent are our Peshmarga forces prepared? Is PUK going to merge forces with KDP? Would Islamists remain neutral, side with other Muslim groups or fight for the autonomy of Kurdistan ? And many other such queries exist that the administration necessitates seeking prior consultation, coordination and preparation.

In my opinion, the following points are of the essence.

1) Allocating a higher budget for our military in order to attract more young recruits

In view of the current national economic deficit, apportioning a very massive budget for only military spending will not be functional and realistic. There are additional elemental issues that are of higher priority to government. But an increase in the military outlay can definitely help strengthen the efficiency of our forces and expand it dimension. With higher incomes, more young recruits can be encouraged to sign up for military services and substitute the aged and unschooled Peshmargas.

2) Procurement of highly developed and more sophisticated military weapons

Part of our military expenditures could also be apportioned to acquire the latest military hardware. To be able to guard ourselves, we should be in possession of advanced military machinery.

3) More cooperation among Kurdish groups and parties

The sundry political groups in Kurdistan should more push for a national unity strategy than pursuing their own agendas. The two major Kurdish parties (KDP and PUK) require improving their military relationship, including exchanging and combining their military forces, expertise, exercises and training activities. In stead of having separate factional militias, a more mighty national army has to come into being, compromising of different classes of society.

4) A two year mandatory military service

As we can clearly perceive, our new government is still in cradle. It is intimidated by various enemies. It is the responsibility of every loyal and devoted citizen to help protect our country against any harm. Under the present circumstances, a mandatory military service term will be de rigueur. A new law should be enacted, enforcing a mandatory period of military service for every citizen. Preferably, a two year period of time.

To sum up, we should always remain on the alert and all set to coup with any internal or external threat. Threats should not be underestimated. Our government should always have prior and proper preparations. The status quo may linger on even for decades. We can survive only through joint and concerted efforts.

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