[punster]

Interesting comment. I do have doubts that it will help to reach the Shiite's in Iraq, to render them helpless and vulnerable to criminals. I think this move may cause a lot of resentment, that may result in more trouble down the road.

Sure, the increasing violence is a problem. However, I believe the perpetrators should be dealt with harshly, instead of disarming everyone.

[zarf]

However, I believe the perpetrators should be dealt with harshly, instead of disarming everyone

Read the article again....the Shiites are not being disarmed. Heavy weapons are being confiscated. They will retain their pistols, shotguns and other rifles.

Anti-tank weapons are illegal to own in this country as well.