Time was working against us. The lifeboat was drifting closer to shore by the hour, which would allow the other pirates to render assistance. I think Captain Philips saw what was happening and made a personal decision to try a second escape. We had SEALs and folks on the ships observing the lifeboat 24/7 and under orders [ROE] that allowed them to react immediately to any possible opportunity to react to a change in circumstances
In a way, Captain Philips forced our hand. I wonder what we would have been the outcome if Philips didn't try the second escape attempt.
Sounds reasonable. I know few have had the experience in military and political matters from the State dept. down as you have had and I do respect your opinion.
Any chance the entire day after day scenario was just a political maneuver by obama?