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Old 9th Sep 2004, 05:23
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ozbiggles
 
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Oicur, No I wouldn't. As far as I know Rwanda hasn't threatened Australia. The shootdown of the Iranian jet is a very poor taste example as well. That was not a delibrate shootdown of a civilian jet. It was a tragic case of mistaken identity. I didn't see anyone hanging explosives over innocent kids there.
In addition I'm not advocating invading Indonesia because of what has happened in the last half hour. I am advocating having a number of deterrent capabilities (that our neighbours will get regardless of what we do/say). These capabilities also ensure that our aircrew will live to fight another day if they are called upon.
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