[do the dhue]

I am under the understand that our rules of engagement would not have allowed our Sailors to be taken hostage.

[gpapa]

Our standing ROE would allow the Sailors and Marines, as well as the host ship, with other assets in the air, like gunships, to respond with appropriate force due to a threat of a hostile act. The standing ROE of the US includes an inherent right of self-defense to protect personnel and equipment.