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Pentagon confirms missile defence system and troops deploying to Israel
(www.middleeasteye.net)
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hope every US troop setting foot in occupied Palestine gets exactly what they deserve, as swiftly as possible. 🥰
That's not what's going on here, but okay I guess.
Edit to insert a comment I wrote elsewhere:
In case people aren't clear, these soldiers are the operators of the additional THAAD system they are deploying to Israel. These aren't infantry being sent to kick in doors alongside the IDF. THAAD is a ballistic missile defense system with no offensive capabilities. We already have a THAAD unit deployed to Israel.
Don't be mad because you expect to see headlines saying US Soldiers are killing civilians in Gaza. Be mad because this enhances Israel's ability to continue escalating conflict with Iran and hiding behind US cover when Iran strikes back.
What would you prefer they do? Desert?
Preferably not joining an organization with a - history of invading and occupying countries illegally.
Would you defend german ally troops during the holocaust? No? Then maybe reflect.
i would prefer they shoot their commanding officer and then themselves! if that's not an option then deserting would be cool too, I guess.
Fragging is a proud American tradition which should be continued.
I have some empathy for those coerced into joining out of sincere ignorance (even though I believe they should know better). Eyes Left has an interesting example. The front lines radicalize some people into anti-imperialism, and if they have enough of a conscience to wake up and join the resistance, then I say have the potential to redeem themselves.