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[–] [email protected] 28 points 7 months ago (6 children)

"Retaliate"

Can't retaliate when you've been justifiably responded to for an unprecedented attack on another nations consulate.

[–] JohnDClay 4 points 7 months ago (2 children)

Definitely can, but only like 2 of the warheads out of hundreds actually got to the air base, and I don't think anyone was hurt. Which means most any response would be disproportionate. With the warnings Iran gave, seems like they were trying to deescalate while saving face domestically.

[–] Willy 3 points 7 months ago (1 children)

it also cost way more to stop than it cost them to launch. economic win.

[–] Willy 2 points 7 months ago

didn't think of this before, but it was also very educational for everyone, so win there too

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