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2009-03-18 Afghanistan

France asks allies to lift bar on Afghan troops

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Posted by Steve White 2009-03-18 00:00|| || Front Page|| [3 views ] Top

#1 Many French people find it difficult to understand that part of their security is at stake 11,000 km from their home

The French, of all people should be aware of the grobal reach of Islamic terrorists.

In the 90's Algerian terrorists took over a French 747. The plan was to fly it over downtown Paris, then detonate it in mid-air, showering wreckage and passengers on the city below.

The airplane war recaptured while it was on the ground refueling. All these animals need is a quiet place to plan and rehearse.

Posted by Frozen Al 2009-03-18 15:37|| 2009-03-18 15:37|| Front Page Top

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