Posted on 03/14/2012 9:30:35 AM PDT by Free ThinkerNY
KABUL -- Defense Secretary Leon Panetta was feared to have been the target of a suicide attack at Camp Bastion on Wednesday as he arrived in Afghanistan.
A vehicle got on to the runway and burst into flames as Panetta's plane landed at the sprawling British base.
Panetta was flying into Afghanistan just days after a US soldier went on the rampage in the country, killing 16 Afghan civilians. But as his plane was landing a vehicle appeared on the runway and subsequently caught fire.
Sources at the scene claim it was a suicide attack -- but those allegations have not yet been officially confirmed.
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These people don’t want our troops to pull out of Afghanistan. Ever notice that whenever we talk about pulling out, they always pull this stuff. We spend a hell of a lot of money over there and they know it. We need to get out of there and if they want to continue to blow themselves up.....that’s up to them. We’re done and we need our troops at home. I hate to support Obama but I want our troops home.
News on the radio reported he is safe....
Maybe that Chevy Volt wasn't the best choice.
Someone on the Afghan side gave him access and logistical details - count on it...
I`ll hold off on my suggestion for an Obama-Karzai victory parade in downtown Kandahar.. wouldn`t be prudent at this time..
Are they suspecting the Taliban, or one of our troops?
Certainly hope Obama was quick to issue the apology.
Oh noes! What if there was a Koran in that car?
maybe he should contact the UN to discuss the matter...
Actually that would be a great suggestion.
I bet if you check the engine block, there's a big ole 50 cal hole in it.
There are snipers all around those airports
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