Post #2404013
2026-05-03 19:01 UTC
@SuperMoosie@mastodon.au @copter_chief@mstdn.party
Yup, context is everything. So when you are trying to negotiate with an enemy & the balance is between armed conflict & a treaty. While trying to show your strength cards is not the time to withdraw troops from the Theater.
Australia? I remember being put under the table while drinking your "beer" with troops that looked like they were chosen to fit their extra large fatigues not in the normal, clothes to fit the troops. I've wondered about that since. 8*) 1968
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@SuperMoosie@mastodon.au 2026-05-03 21:43
@A_Minion@mastodon.social @copter_chief@mstdn.party Not saying it is a smart move. Brings numbers back to pre Ukraine war levels, while inflicting pain on local German economy. Less renters, customers etc. Main point is all the narrative and reporting of it being in retaliation for recent German comments isn't correct. 5000 is also seen as a big number, but pales in comparison to what will stay. And the American troops and base is there for American interests, not necessarily Germany interests.