Are we headed to WW3?

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I don't think Iran has plans to invade anyone. If anything, Israel would probably strike against them first. The people of Iran aren't as isolated and brainwashed as the people of North Korea. They have already shown that they have to potential start an uprising.

I wouldn't say they were brainwashed. I think fanatical is a better term for Iran. I think they have nuke fever. It's so close they can taste it and they are tired of being pushed around. Pakistanis exhibit the same reverence of the bomb and how it affects their standing in the world. I think they would be willing to go through more austerity than most if they thought they could come out ahead at the end.

The only thing holding them back from attacking now is Israel's nukes. If they can try to use MAD to even the playing field or tip it in their favor, I think they would.