We should stay out of it anyway, when has Western interference in other countries ever had a positive result? The US and UK engineered a coup to put the Shah back in charge in Iran, then we are surprised they hate us. Would it be the problem it is now if that had not happened?
-
bloggoth
If everything isn't black and white, I say, 'Why the hell not?'
John Wayne (My guru, not to be confused with my beloved prophet Jeremy Clarkson) -
Nobody has mentioned the Suez canal, which is controlled by Egypt. If a hard-line muslim government takes over they'll probably close it, forcing the supertankers and far-east imports to go the long way round. Which will be a tad inflationary I think (£2/litre petrol anyone?)Comment
-
I managed to catch a bit of Any Questions tonight and there does seem to be a political will to lean on the Egyptians to ensure that the right party gets in power next.Originally posted by xoggoth View PostCoffee's for closersComment
-
My all-time favourite Dilbert cartoon, this is: BTW, a Dumpster is a brand of skip, I think.Comment
-
-
Yeah, that worked in Gaza too. But then we just decided not to talk to them - which also worked quite well.Originally posted by Spacecadet View PostMcCoy: "Medical men are trained in logic."
Spock: "Trained? Judging from you, I would have guessed it was trial and error."Comment
-
Not just the Chinese, the Egyptian goverment has closed down internet and mobile phone network. I think they will get a change of leader, but everything will carry on as before.Originally posted by CheeseSlice View PostFiscal nomad it's legal.Comment
-
-
I hope it's all sorted soon, I want to book my holiday!"Is someone you don't like allowed to say something you don't like? If that is the case then we have free speech."- Elon MuskComment
-
+1Originally posted by zeitghost"A people that elect corrupt politicians, imposters, thieves and traitors are not victims, but accomplices," George OrwellComment
Comment