Born Hunter 17,751 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 we`ve already dispatched tornados to Cyprus--------just in case.. Typhoons in an air defence role. Our Cyprus base is a bit close to Assad's military assets to leave unprotected. A couple of Tornado's were ripping over Lincs yesterday before the MPs voted, no doubt gettin in a bit of practice. The yanks are perfectly capable of handling this alone, they only wanted a coalition to give political support, militarily they are more than capable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paulus 26 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 USS John Stennis http://www.dump.com/aircraftcarrier/ one carrier with more aircraft and firepower than 70% of the world's air forces Quote Link to post Share on other sites
reaper1064 285 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Why are politics being discussed here on a dog forum?It's the general talk section dude. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paulus 26 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Why are politics being discussed here on a dog forum?It's the general talk section dude. i moved it here earlier Quote Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 6,173 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 USS John Stennis http://www.dump.com/aircraftcarrier/ one carrier with more aircraft and firepower than 70% of the world's air forces As a piece of technology, it's awesome. Just a shame that mankind's emotional and spiritual evolution hasn't kept pace with science. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paulus 26 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 USS John Stennis http://www.dump.com/aircraftcarrier/ one carrier with more aircraft and firepower than 70% of the world's air forces As a piece of technology, it's awesome. Just a shame that mankind's emotional and spiritual evolution hasn't kept pace with science. religion and greed have always been intertwined, humanity seems incapable of true peace and contentment Quote Link to post Share on other sites
walshie 2,804 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 USS John Stennis http://www.dump.com/aircraftcarrier/ one carrier with more aircraft and firepower than 70% of the world's air forces As a piece of technology, it's awesome. Just a shame that mankind's emotional and spiritual evolution hasn't kept pace with science. religion and greed have always been intertwined, humanity seems incapable of true peace and contentment Alright Confuscius! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paulus 26 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 USS John Stennis http://www.dump.com/aircraftcarrier/ one carrier with more aircraft and firepower than 70% of the world's air forces As a piece of technology, it's awesome. Just a shame that mankind's emotional and spiritual evolution hasn't kept pace with science. religion and greed have always been intertwined, humanity seems incapable of true peace and contentment Alright Confiscius! it was on star trek Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TOMO 26,037 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Classic ,,,,it was on star treck,,,love it,,,I really thought you were quoting one of the littery greats or even one of those old Greek blokes.. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
scothunter 12,609 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 lol our bottle went.told you when two nations who are more than capable of giving us a right good hiding were no so keen to go steaming in, America will have similar reservations aswell. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nik_B 3,790 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-22424188 http://guardianlv.com/2013/08/syrian-chemical-weapons-attack-carried-out-by-rebels-says-un/ http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/uns-carla-del-ponte-says-there-is-evidence-rebels-may-have-used-sarin-in-syria-8604920.html Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nik_B 3,790 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Sarin gas found in Islamists home http://rt.com/news/sarin-gas-turkey-al-nusra-021/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
swg dave 334 Posted August 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Its about time we stopped Fighting in Wars that dont directly effect our security. Its all a smokescreen by Goverments to keep the price of Oil high, Grab more Oil. To give us something to worry about so that the Bigger picture at home is Ignored. Stop Interfereing in Hostilities abroad Stop ALL Foreign Aid Sort out OUR Economy , Thus sorting out our NHS ROADS RAIL SEA DEFENCES ARMED FORCES (no cutbacks on equipment) ILEGAL IMMIGRATION the list is endless and the 7 billion per year Foreign aid we give away should be spent at Home. Then how much would we be saving if we wernt Fighting on Foreign shores and throwning bombs around ect. This country could be put back on the right track within two years. Stop being RACIST Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Blackbriar 8,569 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 It seems to me that Cameron badly misjudged the public mood and massively over-played his hand. He is unpopular and wanted his 'Falklands moment', but I'm for once, proud to say that democracy clipped the wings of war-hungry politicians ! I also think this has made it more difficult for Obama to act - other allies may now be more willing to stand back. I am not, by any means a pacifist, but I'm glad this has happened because........ 1.There is no solid evidence that a chemical attack actually took place. 2.If such an attack did take place, there is no solid evidence as to who were the perpetrators. 3.A world super-power is already involved - pressure must be put on the Russians to reduce or stop military supplies and support to Assad. 4.The Arab League should be playing a much more prominent part in diplomatic measures. 5.It's difficult to see what could actually be done........Syria has s200 SAM missiles - a more than adequate air defence system - as well as a large and well-equipped army that isn't going to turn tail and run easily. 6.Assad, far from being the demon of the Middle East, has many allies. The Iranian 'parliament' was broadcast chanting "Death to America" the other day,for instance. 7.Before we give any material support to 'the rebels', we should have a firm idea of who 'they' actually are. Hezbollah,al-Qaeda and other Jihadi groups are involved, on both sides of the conflict. We could well be supplying our enemies ! Sorry for going on............. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RubyTex 1,957 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Aye the Typhoons were regularly up round here night flying but they've been sent to Cyprus...all the best to them Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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