Zipp0 1 #1 March 23, 2007 Is this the new gulf of Tonkin? http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/17752685/ -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #2 March 23, 2007 It looks like they were suspicious and the Iranian Navy investigate like any other navy would have. when there are sailors from other countries around sensitive locations you should check it out, and then when it was determined they had no ill intention they were released.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zipp0 1 #3 March 23, 2007 They were released? Where did you get that info? -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #4 March 23, 2007 Same thing happened in 2004 when some Brit sailors accidentally strayed into Iranian territorial waters. Iranians held them for a few days, then cut 'em loose. That narrow little waterway is divided between Iraqi and Iranian territorial waters. The Brits are authorized by the Iraqi govt to patrol and conduct ship boardings in Iraqi waters. In all likelihood, either the Brits or the Iranians on the scene miscalculated the boarded ship's position relative to the border-line by a few hundred meters. It happens. I'd be surprised if this doesn't blow over in a couple days, unless someone makes it into a dick-swinging contest. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zipp0 1 #5 March 23, 2007 I know one dick who will probably sieze this opportunity to start shit. -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #6 March 23, 2007 Update: QuoteThe British party was surrounded by six vessels from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Naval Corps and were told they were in Iranian waters, though British officials say they were actually in Iraqi waters, according to CNN. ...which supports my guess that each party thought they were on opposite sides of the line. QuoteI know one dick who will probably sieze this opportunity to start shit. Yeah. Well, Ahmadenijad rather enjoys pushing the Allies' hot buttons, much like Hugo Chavez. And Bush desperately needs a dog to wag right now, but this more the Brits' dog in the fight. Time to make some popcorn and watch. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #7 March 23, 2007 Yes I believe in the article that was sent to me it was stated that it was determined that the sailors had no ill intent and were to be released.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zipp0 1 #8 March 23, 2007 Nothing I read is reporting that. -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfloyd 0 #9 March 23, 2007 Either way this should not be the catalyst for ww3..cant we all just get along? My drinking team has a skydiving problem Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #10 March 23, 2007 Ebony..... and Ivory.... live together in pefect harmony..... (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zipp0 1 #11 March 23, 2007 QuoteEither way this should not be the catalyst for ww3..cant we all just get along? I agree, but now Ahmadinejad has cancelled his visit to the UN in NY. Something's up! -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 102 #12 March 23, 2007 QuoteEither way this should not be the catalyst for ww3..cant we all just get along? No, we can't all get along.People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zipp0 1 #13 March 23, 2007 QuoteQuoteEither way this should not be the catalyst for ww3..cant we all just get along? No, we can't all get along. Yes we can...Wanna fight about it???!! Oops... nevermind. -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #14 March 23, 2007 Ooh. Should we be scared? Anyhow, CNN says it's due to visa delays re: the airplane crew. Looking forward to seeing the little runt bang his shoe in the UN like Khruschev did. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #15 March 24, 2007 Nope, they have not been released and have now apparently been transferred to Tehran for further questioning ("to Explain their aggressive action"). Updates later....... (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #16 March 24, 2007 Quoteand then when it was determined they had no ill intention they were released Hmmm ... okay whatever you say. Try telling that to the family members of these British service men with a straight face. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikkey 0 #17 June 21, 2007 Well, the Crocodile Dundee spirit is well and alive http://www.theage.com.au/news/world/aussies-repel-iran-navy/2007/06/22/1182019311499.html Quote Australians repelled Iranian navy: report Quote The Defence Department has confirmed a report Iranian naval forces in the Persian Gulf tried to capture an Australian navy boarding team but were repelled in the face of machine guns and "highly colourful language". I can imagine "this is not a gun, THIS is a gun" . Australians are of course enjoying this story.....--------------------------------------------------------- When people look like ants - pull. When ants look like people - pray. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #18 June 21, 2007 Quote Well, the Crocodile Dundee spirit is well and alive http://www.theage.com.au/news/world/aussies-repel-iran-navy/2007/06/22/1182019311499.html Quote Australians repelled Iranian navy: report Quote The Defence Department has confirmed a report Iranian naval forces in the Persian Gulf tried to capture an Australian navy boarding team but were repelled in the face of machine guns and "highly colourful language". I can imagine "this is not a gun, THIS is a gun" . Australians are of course enjoying this story..... That is sweetness! Good on them, and I hope all others can learn from that. There are lots of ships out there!So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
