Posted on 03/02/2025 7:30:45 AM PST by hardspunned
A Norwegian marine fuel supplier just learned a harsh lesson in geopolitics after its attempt to cut off the U.S. military backfired spectacularly.
Haltbakk Bunkers, one of Norway’s major fuel providers, announced it would no longer supply fuel to American military vessels in Norwegian ports. The reason? A temper tantrum over President Donald Trump’s unapologetic America First foreign policy.
This stunt came after a heated exchange between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Trump, standing firm with Vice President J.D. Vance by his side, reprimanded Zelensky for his entitled attitude toward U.S. aid, calling him out for refusing to engage in meaningful peace negotiations with Russia.
(Excerpt) Read more at thegatewaypundit.com ...
“500 million Europeans are asking 300 million Americans to defend them against 140 million Russians. [...] Europe today lacks the belief that we are truly a global force.”
That is an excellent point.
He seems to understand more than most.
We bailed them out twice already. Enough.
If I could misquote something Vaclav Havel former leader of Czechoslovakia said, “Twice this century American Mothers have sent their sons to fight and die in European Wars. If we Europeans have not learned by now how to handle our own affairs, we never shall.” Again, not an exact quote.
Haltbakk Bunkers Im sure in some way or fashion they will be bankrupt in a year
Kinda nailed it didn’t he.
Russia is not too far up the coast. Could buy the fuel from them. They certainly have a lot of it.
And those Russians are not attacking those Europeans and banned never intended to. The only time Russians have wind up in Europe is after a European invasion of Russia.
And to hear a euro weeny prattle on about defending theirselves, the only invasion they face is migrants. And they love that.
Fixed it.
Tempest in a teapot, done for show.
Sparta conquered Athens. Even though it appeared they didn't have that much due to their austere and highly militaristic society. The Russians would conquer Europe today if it wasn't for the Poles and the Ukrainians in their way.
indeed ... it was inevitable that the Norwegian government would quickly step in and squash that ignorant, loudmouth bug, Gunnar Gran ... he got a great lesson in FAFO ...
No boots on the ground. We have lost too much blood, time and Treasure defending the indefensible.
NO more. If Europe wants to continue the Ukraine War, they can.
With their blood.
Norwegian Gov’t statement ...
... “We have seen reports raising concerns about support for US Navy vessels in Norway. This is not in line with the Norwegian government's policy. I can confirm that all requested support has been provided.
The U.S. and Norway maintain a close and strong defense cooperation. American forces will continue to receive the supply and support they require from Norway.” ...
Translation: A leftist-run company attempted to undermine U.S. military operations, but the Norwegian government knows better than to sever ties with its strongest ally.
The only time Russians have wind up in Europe is after a European invasion of Russia.
The Russians also had a hand in starting WWI with their mobilization.
You're right - we saved Europe twice and that's enough. That said it's nice to know the leaders of Norway aren't hothead jerks..
If there are other options for fuel, perhaps next time a contract comes up to provide fuel to US ships, this company should be forbidden to bid on the contract.
Leftist simpletons put in their place -nice to see me this happening more and more.
Crying shame if a ‘weapons misfire’ took out one of the company’s tank farms. . .
F.A.F.O.
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