1.   If the war expands to involve conventional Army or Marine ground forces, Mikolashek most likely will direct them.

2.   But since the scandal erupted two weeks ago, it has expanded to involve Roh and his aids, and is threatening engulf Kim.

3.   Officials have said the U.S. role could be limited to logistical help or expanded to involve ground troops, perhaps to evacuate or redeploy U.N. troops.

4.   Syria has emerged as the main power in Lebanon and its role has expanded to involve most important issues.

5.   The current scandal, however, has expanded to involve Roh and his aids, and is threatening to engulf Kim.