• lurch (he/him)@sh.itjust.works
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    1 year ago

    ballsy

    i like the idea and the inspiration for other EU countries but they’re not really ready. then again, you’re never really ready for war.

  • davel [he/him]@lemmy.ml
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    French officials also clarified that any potential forces sent would likely support operations such as de-mining rather than direct combat with Russian forces.

    😂 In the word of Teddy Roosevelt, speak loudly and carry a pool noodle.

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      It sure is bold talks but not so pool noodly, this have STRONG implications

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    1 year ago

    Russia’s been nuclear saber rattling so much it might as well be “China’s Final Warning

    If France wants to give their own saber a rattle and it makes Russia pause for some internal reflection for a moment, more power to them.

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    1 year ago

    Didn’t we already play this game 120 years ago?

    Someone says they’ll do this if someone does something and then another guy says they’ll jump in if their buddy is challenged or if their friend gets threatened.

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    Two nuclear states engaging in combat; what an incredible risk that poses to the entire world.