http://nyjtimes.com/cover/11-07-06/TheAgendaofIslam.htm
Above is an article written be a Israeli Historian who argues
that unlike Judaism and Christianity Islam cannot accept religious
freedom of choice and has been consistent in its war like advancement
since its invention.
Of course it would be easy to dismiss the article as Israeli propaganda
but, he certainly isn't the only voice saying this. If he is right about the
situation the only two options for non-Islamic nations is to: 1. Outlaw and destroy this religion 2. Contain this religion and not give it the tools it needs to expand.
Of the two choices the second one seems the most agreeable to
peace loving people, but of course that's if this article paints a true picture of the situation. I think a lot of the differences on this board concerning Middle eastern policies stems from different perspectives
as to the real causes of the unrest. Is this guy all wet and if you think so then why? O and please lets not turn into a collection of real and perceived sins perpetrated by Israel and the American against Arabs
or Islam. The question I want to raise is what is the underlining motivation of Islam. Knowing that will help determine what is appropriate actions.