Gulf War No.37: Iranistan

[All uphill]

Having worked in the security services for quite a long time in a previous life (I know I may sound like a Walt, but I really did).

I considered working in security services, but decided I'd rather be in the pub than standing on the door.

*Sorry, couldn't resist

 

[First Aspect]

I considered working in security services, but decided I'd rather be in the pub than standing on the door.

*Sorry, couldn't resist

If it is any consolation it is very modestly.paid.and extremely.difficuly.to get in.

 

[Beebo]

Cyprus are looking to renegotiate the presence of UK airbases on the island.
They don’t want to be a target in future wars.
I cant see Trump being very happy about any changes.

 

[wafter]

They can however play to his ego and manipulate him.

.. by threatening to release all of the sordid details of his involvement with Epstein; acquired either as he was an Israeli asset or through any other number of dubious, devious means..

 

[Pblakeney]

Cyprus are looking to renegotiate the presence of UK airbases on the island.
They don’t want to be a target in future wars.
I cant see Trump being very happy about any changes.

Like Donnie has much say in anything anymore.
The US with him at the helm have shot their bolt and everyone is saying, meh.

 

[Pblakeney]

Unintended consequences... It has been said the the "special relationship" meant (extended) Britain was no more the a stationary aircraft carrier. Well, Cyprus is pissed at being dragged into a war it wants nothing to do with.

"We can now bring you more from the statement issued by the European Council regarding the conflict in the Middle East.
The European Union "stands firmly and unequivocally in support of member states close to the region", it says.
The council adds that it also "acknowledges the intention of Cyprus to initiate a discussion with the UK on the UK bases in Cyprus, and stands ready to provide assistance as needed"."

 

[HMS_Dave]

Cyprus are looking to renegotiate the presence of UK airbases on the island.
They don’t want to be a target in future wars.
I cant see Trump being very happy about any changes.

RAF Akrotiri is on UK territory as its still a colonial outpost or a British Overseas Territory. It does get a bit more complicated than simply negotiating the bases, its more a question of sovereignty. But apparently the European Council is ready to step in to help Cyprus negotiate with the UK after the Iran debacle. I think this will cause a political storm here and i cant imagine Starmer wanting to handle this hot potato.

 

[C R]

Today is the first day of spring, and Iran celebrates Norooz, new years day. It is usually a joyous celebration with family and friends, this year will be very different.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/articles/c0mgdddjzexo

 

[CXRAndy]

No reason for UK to pussy around now. Iran considers UK part of the war.

Starmer send boaty, mcboatface.

 

[CXRAndy]

Thousands of troops deployed from California.

Israel stating boots on ground to finally defeat regime

Looks like it's going to happen

 

[CXRAndy]

Saudi threatening to strike Iran if it attacks its oil fields

 

[CXRAndy]

UAE arrested hezboolah money laundering cell

 

[secretsqirrel]

RAF Akrotiri is on UK territory as its still a colonial outpost or a British Overseas Territory. It does get a bit more complicated than simply negotiating the bases, its more a question of sovereignty. But apparently the European Council is ready to step in to help Cyprus negotiate with the UK after the Iran debacle. I think this will cause a political storm here and i cant imagine Starmer wanting to handle this hot potato.

Starmer will do whatever is legal and pragmatic, Farage and Badenoch will throw a tantrum.

 

[Pblakeney]

Starmer will do whatever is legal and pragmatic, Farage and Badenoch will throw a tantrum.

"Giving away our sovereignty!"
Not to mention that Donnie would have (yet another) hissy fit.

 

[secretsqirrel]

"Giving away our sovereignty!"

You know….