British word on the street
British word on the street
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From Nairn's article:
British Admiral:
"Rather than roaring into action and sinking everything in sight we try to step back and that, of course, is why our chaps were, in effect, able to be captured and taken away."
American Admiral:
"The unique US Navy rules of engagement say we not only have a right to self-defense but also an obligation to self-defense. They [the British] had every right in my mind and every justification to defend themselves rather than allow themselves to be taken. Our reaction was, 'Why didn't your guys defend themselves?'"
Shorter answer: War w/Iran is coming on the back of probably a dozen dead American sailors in a small boat that is currently trawling around Iranian waters with a huge "Fuck You Iran" sign on it.