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[–] assembly@lemmy.world 29 points 1 day ago (4 children)

"We will protect them, but they will do nothing for us, in particular, in a time of need."

I thought the US already destroyed 100% of the Iranian military? If I were an ally, it would sound to me like the help is not needed as there is no military remaining to fight.

[–] Arghblarg@lemmy.ca 24 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Like how the US protected Ukraine when it gave up its nukes, trusting that the West and NATO would protect them if Russia decided to invade?

I know, that invasion began between Orange Man's two terms, but still. The US in general needs to STFU about how it supposedly protects the world, they dropped the ball bigtime there.

[–] Zombie@feddit.uk 3 points 1 day ago (1 children)

That invasion began in 2014...

It marked the beginning of the Russo-Ukrainian war.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2014_Russian_annexation_of_Crimea

[–] Arghblarg@lemmy.ca 1 points 20 hours ago

Apologies,, you're absolutely right. I forgot to factor in the original annexation!

[–] fizzle@quokk.au 7 points 1 day ago

Apparently Iran is being dishonest by keeping the strait closed after they've already lost the war.

[–] arctanthrope@lemmy.world 3 points 1 day ago

according to him a number can be reduced by up to 1500%, so if they've done 100%, they're only 6.67% done

[–] Akasazh@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Once again the only country that invoked article 5 ever, was the USA