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ChicagoTeamster

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9. Well yes, they have to say that. But what are they actually going to do other than sanctions?

Reply to muriel_volestrangler (Original post)

Fri May 29, 2026, 09:51 AM

8 hrs ago

Until there's an invasion or major attack I think they are required to first engage diplomatically, try diplomacy, issue a warning, move more troops and equipment to Romania and Poland, etc.

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