Quote Originally Posted by Crocodile View Post
Well, basically by saying what he said, Asad openly takes Israel the hostage. And if the situation gets closer to the possible external intervention, Israel could strike first, just out of fear. The sad consequences would follow. I think the situation is pretty serious. Unlike the earlier Ahmadiendjad's threats because there was no common border between Iran and Israel, but Syria can actually do that starting the WWIII.
Only two or more developed countries that start fighting between themselves can start a WW. In the case we're talking about, this war will end in a few months by complete defeating one side.

Still, it would be worth to explore all the options how to do it quiet enough.