Turkey: Surrender or Else

It seems Turkey is finally going to back up their threats to invade:

In recent weeks, the Turkish military has moved more soldiers and artillery units to the border with Iraq in preparation for a possible cross-border offensive against the Kurdistan Workers Party's (PKK) bases.

At the same time, army helicopters have dropped thousands of leaflets on mountainous paths used by the rebels to infiltrate Turkey, a government official said.

"Make your decision and leave the organization. Go to the nearest military unit or police station. You will be welcomed with love,'' said one leaflet found by a villager on a path near the border town of Cukurca.

While Turkey's diplomatic action cooled the U.S. and the media's fears, it seems Turkey instead sees it as a green light to invade. This will likely take place after the Annapolis conference, though exactly how it will be carried is still unknown. Another big question mark is whether the Kurdish Regional Government will allow Turkey to invade the area in any manner, though it's unlikely they would tolerate a massive military incursion.

It's also uncertain whether Iran will join Turkey in its attack. However, for now, it seems clear Turkey is ultimately set on invading Northern Iraq one way or the other. The only question there is when.