"Find the "fourth largest producer" tag rather interesting - on crude oil Iran only exports 5% of the world total."

I'm not surprised that you find that interesting, teribus. Why don't you write Forbes and ask them where they got that information? Its a far cry from what you've been trying to tell us.

btw - If Iraq had invaded the U.S., as a Canadian I would feel very threatened! How can you ignore the geographic reality of Iraq and Iran? Add to that, the fact that George Bush has called this a crusade and you should begin to get the picture.

You're absolutely right, Barry, the U.S. would dearly love to control the entire Middle East, if possible. Lets start with the establishment of Israel - er, lets not. Thats another topic for another thread.