Posted on 01/11/2024 3:52:54 PM PST by Nextrush
Roger. Shot over.....
I found this explanation of what’s going on in the Red Sea to be fascinating...
What’s Going on With Shipping?
Red Sea Convoy Clash: US Vessels Attacked | Iranian Spy Ship | Will China Shield You?
In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - discusses the battle between the Houthi and US and Royal Navy forces of Operation Prosperity Guardian on Jan 9, 2024. A first-hand report of the battle, the role of an Iranian spy ship, and how China is promoting their flag as a defense.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RSH3jhSvHM
The White House said in November that it was considering redesignating the Houthis as a terrorist organization after they began their targeting of civilian vessels. The administration formally delisted the Houthis as a “foreign terrorist organization” and “specially designated global terrorists” in 2021, undoing a move by President Donald Trump.
“When was an American vessel attacked?” Wait for it...Gulf of Tonkin, baby!
My two (twenty something) roomies are already shouting, “Hell, no! We won’t go!”
Analysis of latest US and UK airstrikes against Houthi rebels | Israel - Hamas war - Sky News
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQ5CbzbCG2k
“When was an American vessel attacked?” Wait for it...Gulf of Tonkin, baby!
My two (twenty something) roomies are already shouting, “Hell, no! We won’t go!”
Hey, Hey, JRB... How many kids did you kill today???”
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