The photo obviously demonstrates persistent trails in the sky. . . It shows them in a war zone where contrails would not be desirable . . . Unless they were either unavoidable or encouraged for some military purpose. . . .I think it is interesting they were so abundant and persistent. . . These appear to be from AWACS aircraft and tankers used to air refuel other aircraft. . . .it has been suggested that the first gulf war was used to introduce advanced 3d imaging technology used for battlefield management. . . One can use the photo to support arguments from both advocates and debunkers . . .what do you think? . . .