"But this scenario could be altered drastically if the war is prolonged".
The hung parliament scenario could be a hazardous one, splitting the parliamentary party from their local council and activist base.
"A worst-case scenario could be devastating — that is, after all, why it's called a worst-case scenario," Dr. Frieden said.
Maybe that's because, as last week in London suggested, the Rio scenario could be a taste of the future in the globalised city.
"A long shot scenario could be that a new purchaser could be found … however, the most likely investment scenario is that someone may partner with the Lebedevs".
A doomsday scenario could be avoided if Mr de Wever and Mr di Rupo quickly manage to cobble together a coalition, Belgian commentators say.
"You could argue that a debt ceiling default scenario could be even more worrisome for the markets later in the winter," said Mr. Valliere.
To the glee of Hizbullah, Syria and Iran, and to the chagrin of Mr Bush, a similar scenario could be about to unfold.
A similar scenario could be played out this year, with Belgium, the Davis Cup final hosts, expected to choose an indoor clay court.
Yes, thousands of Syrians will continue to die, but if we attack Syria, the scenario could be much, much worse and much, much wider.
"The nightmare scenario could be significant economical, political, social and reputational damage.
