Iran Nuclear Deal Discussion

[russ_watters]

hi
In case of misunderstanding, I'm not supporting iran's regime. I'm just curious to know.
Is there any evidence that iran is supporting terrorism or has connections to terrorist organizations like ISIS?

That's a very broad question. The short answer is yes, but I'd start with the wiki on the subject and go from there:

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iran_and_state-sponsored_terrorism

or is it just for iran's threats of destroying israel?

I'm not sure of the official line, but I would tend to consider that a separate issue. It can be grey though.

 

[HossamCFD]

... has connections to terrorist organizations like ISIS?

Iran has very strong connections to Hezbollah, which is classified as a terrorist group in most countries. They also had ties to Hamas prior to the Syrian civil war. On the other hand they are heavily involved in the war against ISIS, either via Hezbollah in Syria or Iraqi Shia militias in Iraq.

 

[Astronuc]

or is it just for iran's threats of destroying israel?

There is certainly evidence that Iran has provided material support to Hezbollah and Hamas who are devoted to the destruction of Israel.

Iran and Hezbollah
http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/02/07/us-lebanon-hezbollah-idUSTRE81629H20120207
http://www.cfr.org/lebanon/hezbollah-k-hizbollah-hizbullah/p9155
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Funding_of_Hezbollah

Iran and Hamas
http://www.economist.com/node/12959539
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=100211788 - back in 2009
http://www.theguardian.com/world/2012/nov/21/iran-supplied-hamas-missile-technology - 2012


Back in March, CSIS hosted a debate on Iran and it's nuclear program - If Failure in Iran, Then What?

 

[Finny]

I'm just curious to know.
Is there any evidence that iran is supporting terrorism or has connections to terrorist organizations like ISIS?

yes, for sure, as posted, but Shiite Iran does NOT support Sunni ISIS. Many SUNNI and SHIA are enemies. Leadership of Egypt and Saudi Arabia are SUNNI and oppose Shite IRAN. Shiites [SHIA] and SUNNI have been bitter enemies for years ever since the Shia split from the 'true' faith several thousand years ago.

The only thing I can think of where they cooperate is setting cartel prices: OPEC oil.

Egypt and Saudi Arabia are among SUNNI countries that will want nuclear weapons if Iran gets close to having them, and especially if they doubt US will support them. They are very doubtful of US support under the current Administration. Say hello to 'nuclear proliferation'?? Will it be Obama's legacy??