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David__77

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12. Everyone assumes that Syria (or any country the US attacks) will do nothing.

Reply to CK_John (Original post)

Wed Aug 28, 2013, 12:12 AM

Aug 2013

I mean, how could they DARE retaliate, even if they could? Unthinkable!!!

It would be through asymmetrical warfare, if anything. Stupid, stupid 9 percenters (those who want war against Syria).

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Assad knew what would happen so I assume he has access to 19 subs and [View all] CK_John Aug 2013 OP

He's not stupid. BainsBane Aug 2013 #1

Pray tell why not? CK_John Aug 2013 #2

19 subs. Diesels, or nukes? I'm guessing diesels? cherokeeprogressive Aug 2013 #3

2 diesel (see my post below) (nt) The Straight Story Aug 2013 #5

The Syrian Defense: The Straight Story Aug 2013 #4

And where are the Iranian 18 subs that may be in play. Assad is reported in Iran tonight. CK_John Aug 2013 #7

If you think Iran is going to risk their subs I would disagree The Straight Story Aug 2013 #10

They do not have to go to the Med to use them. CK_John Aug 2013 #14

... Spider Jerusalem Aug 2013 #6

Anybody have a Jane's subscription? Looks like mine finally expired Recursion Aug 2013 #8

It appears they don't have any operational submarines. NutmegYankee Aug 2013 #9

Please note access in the OP. CK_John Aug 2013 #11

I highly doubt Iran is going to attack us with their subs. NutmegYankee Aug 2013 #13

Everyone assumes that Syria (or any country the US attacks) will do nothing. David__77 Aug 2013 #12