Call me cynical... but I am not yet convinced that this whole episode is not a hoax.
But it just doesn't pass the "smell test."
This Marine was UA to begin with.
And I am not yet convinced that he is not a turncoat.
So let's not get our dander up yet.
And don't be surprised if there is a beheading but be very suspicious that the terrorists don't take off this Marine's uniform and put it on a dead person and behead him...
Semper Fi,
Kelly
What is UA?
I have some serious questions about this particular incident as well.
Something doesn't feel right.....
I've noticed that several other freepers have similar doubts as well. May I share a few observations:
1. If this Corporal had been abducted without anyone witnessing the event, wouldn't he still be listed as UA?
2. I assume the Marines are an extremely close-knit group. SI would think that somebody in his unit would know if Corporal Ali Hassoun was the deserter type. I don't think the author of this awesome note would mention him by name if there was any doubt about his loyality.
The loss of four snipers looms large as well. The timeline bothers me.