Not just in Iran but in Iraq as well. And, I mean, we can't remove a President from office while we're at war can we? Even if he led us into it on the basis of contrivance? Of course not. Hail Trump! Support the troops! Bomb the shit out of them!
So reading a bit more we basically assassinated the most broadly popular person in the Iranian regime. This is really going to work out in our favor.
Regardless, we can agree that intentionally targeting Soleimani was impetuous, ill conceived and with no consideration for the escalation it will now cause.Not just in Iran but in Iraq as well. And, I mean, we can't remove a President from office while we're at war can we? Even if he led us into it on the basis of contrivance? Of course not. Hail Trump! Support the troops! Bomb the shit out of them!
Yes I am aware of the Sunni vs Shia allegiances. We’ve always had a contentious relationship with Iran.
It’s not unlike how America found common cause with the Soviet Union to eliminate Nazi Germany only to face off as bitter enemies before the shell casings in Berlin were cold.
The Islamic State created a temporary common enemy, but there is also the implications of Iran expanding its reach and influence into Iraq. Things have escalated in recent weeks over allegations that those Shia militias are now targeting Americans with rocket attacks.
Fair point, see aboveThose allegations have no evidence to support them. Not one bit. The Trump admin lies about everything else, so why not this?
Well, I guess this makes it a lot harder for Dem candidates to promise bringing back the Iran deal. Trump scores again!
Disagree, trump has been impeached, and now faces trial in the senate. his reelection is in jeopardy. this seems a well though out, carefully planned strategic move. leveraging foreign assets for personal gain is his forte.Regardless, we can agree that intentionally targeting Soleimani was impetuous, ill conceived and with no consideration for the escalation it will now cause.
So reading a bit more we basically assassinated the most broadly popular person in the Iranian regime. This is really going to work out in our favor.
Yeah, basically the second most revered Iranian figure next to their Supreme Leader.
Here’s the rub—the Pentagon knew what a shitstorm this action would stir up. They probably had some leverage in whether to even present a lethal option for Trump to consider. Call me naive, but I don’t think the Administration would take this action as a response to a contractor being killed and an embassy riot. They must have had some other intelligence (regardless of the credibility) of an imminent threat.
That said, I have no confidence in this Administration to navigate the coming shitstorm and deal with the blowback responsibly.
They must have had some other intelligence (regardless of the credibility) of an imminent threat.
Yes I am aware of the Sunni vs Shia allegiances. We’ve always had a contentious relationship with Iran.
Concern duly noted. What did I state that is factually incorrect.
First of all his presence does not raise other questions -- unless your Donald Trump!!Mark Esper understands the implications of this strike.
This strike, and the level of targets eliminated, dispels any doubts to Iran’s meddling in Iraq.
It is possible that we didn’t know that Soleimani was on the ground. His death certainly escalates things. However, given the nature of his role and influence, his presence certainly raises other questions.
Can I answer all your questions?"U.S. air strike kills Iran, Iraq officials" - Reuters
An air strike at the Baghdad International Airport early on Friday killed Iranian Major-General Qassem Soleimani, head of the elite Quds Force, and Iraqi militia commander Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, an Iraqi militia spokesman told Reuters.
Why was a top Iranian general in Baghdad? did he have diplomatic immunity?
what is the Iraqi militia? are they Iraqi govt soldiers? or just para-military?
Why was the Iraqi militia commander with the Iranian general?
is the Iraqi militia backed by Iran?
Regardless, we can agree that intentionally targeting Soleimani was impetuous, ill conceived and with no consideration for the escalation it will now cause.
"U.S. air strike kills Iran, Iraq officials" - Reuters
An air strike at the Baghdad International Airport early on Friday killed Iranian Major-General Qassem Soleimani, head of the elite Quds Force, and Iraqi militia commander Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, an Iraqi militia spokesman told Reuters.
Why was a top Iranian general in Baghdad? did he have diplomatic immunity?
what is the Iraqi militia? are they Iraqi govt soldiers? or just para-military?
Why was the Iraqi militia commander with the Iranian general?
is the Iraqi militia backed by Iran?
You are so funny to presume we all agree with your analysis of the situation....rofl….hahahahaaaRegardless, we can agree that intentionally targeting Soleimani was impetuous, ill conceived and with no consideration for the escalation it will now cause.
“harsh revenge awaits the criminals” involved in the killing of Soleimani and others, in a message to the nation published on his official website.
You are correct when you say -- They`re going to have to retaliate....Khamenei
January 5 US-Iran news
The Iraqi Parliament voted Sunday to obligate Iraq's government "to work towards ending the presence of all foreign troops on Iraqi soil."www.cnn.com
Pretty much as expected. They're going to have to retaliate. One can only hope they don't try to escalate to something worse than what we just did.
Khamenei
January 5 US-Iran news
The Iraqi Parliament voted Sunday to obligate Iraq's government "to work towards ending the presence of all foreign troops on Iraqi soil."www.cnn.com
Pretty much as expected. They're going to have to retaliate. One can only hope they don't try to escalate to something worse than what we just did.
Khamenei
January 5 US-Iran news
The Iraqi Parliament voted Sunday to obligate Iraq's government "to work towards ending the presence of all foreign troops on Iraqi soil."www.cnn.com
Pretty much as expected. They're going to have to retaliate. One can only hope they don't try to escalate to something worse than what we just did.