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Wimpy Obama changes Rules of Engagement for US Marines
Wimpy Obama changes Rules of Engagement for US Marines
An excerpt:
Our US Marines "CANNOT" shoot at the Taliban unless they see them with a gun. Yeah, that'll get more of our guys killed for sure. What a HUMP!
If you will notice that it is the generals that set the ROE, not Oblama, but you are more concerned with being a flaming troll than a sensible down to Earth person that does not fly off the handle.
Troops on the ground and some military commanders have said the strict rules -- aimed at preventing civilian casualties -- have effectively forced the troops to fight with one hand tied behind their backs.
The military source who has talked with Petraeus said the general will make those changes. Other sources were not so sure, but said they wouldn't be surprised to see that happen once Petraeus takes command.
The rules, put in place by outgoing Gen. Stanley McChrystal, are classified but generally aim to limit civilian casualties by prohibiting troops from firing unless they're shot at -- or from launching bomb or artillery attacks when civilians are near the target.
Read more: Petraeus to Modify Afghanistan Rules of Engagement, Source Says | Fox News