Russia Steps Up Calls to Dismantle European Antimissile System

Wall Street Journal ^ | 08/14/15 | By NATHAN HODGE in Moscow and JULIAN E. BARNES in Brussels

[SES1066]

MOSCOW—Russia stepped up its calls Friday to dismantle the missile defense system being built in Europe by the U.S. and its allies, saying that the recent nuclear deal with Iran undercuts Washington’s chief argument for the system.

[SES1066]

Those who have a functional memory might recall a 'live mike' exchange between President Obama and outgoing Russian President Dmitry Medvedev in March, 2012. This is the infamous exchange where Obama asked that incoming Russian President Putin be informed that Obama would have more flexibility after the 2012 election.

[SES1066]

Of course some little things have gotten in the way since then - Crimea, Eastern Ukraine, shooting down Airliners, Syria ... just a few minor things but Russia has a great memory. So now lets see how flexible Obama is?!

[American Constitutionalist]

What would Ronald Reagan do ?

You bet that once Ted Cruz is elected President elect or about to be inaugurated, the Russians would not be trying this crap.

[The Ghost of FReepers Past]

They can call all they want. It won’t be dismantled. It is defensive, not offensive.

[BenLurkin]

The bad guys always feel threatened — when the good guys can protect themselves.

[Seruzawa]

Why not try? Apparently Obozo is willing to give the entire store away.

[matrix123]

Lawmakers have not yet voted on the Iran-nuclear deal, and according to House Majority Leader, Kevin McCarthy there is a possibility that there might be enough votes to override a veto. So, it is too soon for Russia to use the Iran-nuclear as the reason there is no need for anti-ballistic missile in Europe , not that it is a valid reason.