Blacksheep,
I agree with you entitely, it's so very unfortunate & sad , but nevertheless all you say is of course exactly correct.
So why are our very senior Military Chiefs not standing up & making noises, very loud & long. As I understand, the CDS in certain circumstances can have a direct link to HM the Q on military matters that are of a critical & sensitive nature. Well boy, grab your hat & pants & beat a quick route to the palace, I am postitive the very gracious Lady would be very interested in what you might have to say, unlike Gordon & his cronies!