Iran Super Thread- Merged

[ytz]

Not really.

It’s basically “we support your action, but regret that it has come to this”

It’s not hard to understand.

It's also in line with what every other ally has said. Or even how conflicted most people feel. Not sure why his statement is getting hate when it's the closest to reality.

 

[Colin Parkinson]

If people read the actual quote, yes. It’s been constant with his message for the last year.

“We do, however, take this position with regret, because the current conflict is another example of the failure of the international order."

Remind me again when the Islamic Regime followed the "International Order" in it's entire existence?

Is UAE funding the RSF "Inline with the International Order?" or Qatar support for Hamas?

 

[HavokFour]

Another ship, but in Bandar Abbas. A key location for controlling the Strait.

https://twitter.com/x/status/2029204833555611965

 

[Remius]

Remind me again when the Islamic Regime followed the "International Order" in it's entire existence?

Is UAE funding the RSF "Inline with the International Order?" or Qatar support for Hamas?

Go back and read his full statement about that.

You are reading into it what you want not what it actually says and what/who the statement is aimed at.

 

[ytz]

I am really curious why the Iranian navy is sallying out? Suicidal heroism? Hoping to get at least one kill? They must know that the minute they start moving the countdown is on.

 

[Czech_pivo]

Another ship, but in Bandar Abbas. A key location for controlling the Strait.

https://twitter.com/x/status/2029204833555611965

Do the Iranians have any subs? Where are they, tied up at dock or have they slipped their lines?

 

[Colin Parkinson]

Below is a link to the video on Twitter for anyone who doesn't want to open it up on Instagram.

This one actually bothers me. From my (admittedly limited) experience working in that area of the world and researching/studying/learning about the different parts of the Iranian military, what I understood was that the Iranian Navy is one of the least dogmatic/fanatical of the services. That mantel belongs to the IRGCN. The IRN are primarily national in their perspective, wanting to serve the country and it's people, not the Supreme Leader. This vessel was hundreds of miles away from the combat area and posed no threat to US forces while it was off the coast of Sir Lanka. They should have been afforded the opportunity to put into a neutral port and tie-up for the duration of the "war" or scuttle their ship if need be. Instead, reports indicate that over 100 sailors are now dead, and I don't think that was necessary.

Or maybe I just have a soft spot for sailors, regardless of their nation.

https://twitter.com/x/status/2029199930384941560

I agree with this, short sightedness on the part of the USN, to eager to get that kill mark.

 

[HavokFour]

Do the Iranians have any subs? Where are they, tied up at dock or have they slipped their lines?

As of today, the single active service sub they had is said to be sunk (IRIS Fateh '920').

Destroyed: 17 Iranian Navy ships, including 1 submarine, says US admiral​

That leaves them with 1 that was undergoing trials (Fateh 2 '921') and 2 under construction (Fateh 3 '922' & Fateh 4 '923')

EDIT: And an unknown number of midget subs.

 

[Czech_pivo]

As of today, the single active service sub they had is said to be sunk (IRIS Fateh '920').

Destroyed: 17 Iranian Navy ships, including 1 submarine, says US admiral​

That leaves them with 1 that was undergoing trials (Fateh 2 '921') and 2 under construction (Fateh 3 '922' & Fateh 4 '923')

There’s going to be some great deep sea diving off the coast of Iran shortly

 

[Halifax Tar]

If people read the actual quote, yes. It’s been constant with his message for the last year.

“We do, however, take this position with regret, because the current conflict is another example of the failure of the international order."

Summed up:
I regret that I have to support this action.

Fair enough.

 

[Remius]

Summed up:
I regret that I have to support this action.

Fair enough.

Now you are just beclowning yourself.

I tried but I can’t help you.

 

[RangerRay]

The US has never needed an international coalition. They can project and sustain by themselves.

They have always gone to war with at least a coalition of the willing. There were 40 countries in the Iraq invasion. It was a force multiplier and gave the Americans moral cover for their actions.

 

[Halifax Tar]

Now you are just beclowning yourself.

I tried but I can’t help you.

No no, but I can see you can get there.

 

[Halifax Tar]

They have always gone to war with at least a coalition of the willing. There were 40 countries in the Iraq invasion. It was a force multiplier and gave the Americans moral cover for their actions.

Wants V Needs.

 

[Remius]

No no, but I can see you can get there.

No, it’s either you are being deliberately obtuse and trolling which I am not surprised due to you posting bad faith questions or you are thick. I don’t think you are thick but you are working hard to convince me you are.

 

[Halifax Tar]

No, it’s either you are being deliberately obtuse and trolling which I am not surprised due to you posting bad faith questions or you are thick. I don’t think you are thick but you are working hard to convince me you are.

No, the intent behind what I said was to be a BLUF confirmation that I see what you're saying, perhaps I was just too BLUF.

 

[KevinB]

I am really curious why the Iranian navy is sallying out? Suicidal heroism? Hoping to get at least one kill? They must know that the minute they start moving the countdown is on.

Probably to get away from the IRGC crazies who are waving guns at them...

 

[Halifax Tar]

I am really curious why the Iranian navy is sallying out? Suicidal heroism? Hoping to get at least one kill? They must know that the minute they start moving the countdown is on.

Intentional sacrifice ?

 

[RangerRay]

Since this was a war of choice on dubious grounds with not much for assets in theatre required to achieve any of the stated or suggested objectives, going alone with one small ally is a questionable choice at best. Failure to make a case to the American public on the necessity of this action is another.