Reply #1: Why are they targeting gas? [View All]

[Meldread]

We want to impose sanctions that target the regime not the people, because we run the risk of turning the people against us. I'm not saying it won't have the desired effect, as it could cause increased civil unrest, but at the same time it's a gamble. We do not want to be blamed when the Revolution ultimately overthrows the regime. We want to be on the side of the Revolution this time, so we can help break down barriers between our nations. At least once a newly elected democratic government takes the place of the regime. Or somehow find ways to nudge it in that direction.