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  1. So you think over simplification of the Iranian/US history in relation to where those relations stand today is bad practice?
  2. I said: Because they believe Israel and honestly Jews, Christians and religious freedom, should not exist, and the US supports those in various ways. Add to it they've been in bed with Russia since inception. Yeah... I wonder why too. All of this started when you responded to someone "Gee I wonder why" when they noted that Iran has been attacking us via proxies for 40 years.
  3. Fuck sake. Over the last 40 years has: The current Iranian Regime been closely aligned with Russia? Was there a cold war between Russia and the US during a large portion of that time? Are there still current tensions between the US and Russia? Has Iran, during the last 40 years attacked the US via proxies multiple times? Does the current Iranian regime believe that Israel, the US, Christianity and religious freedom should cease to exist? Do you believe the actions by the US in Iran prior to 1979 is 100% to blame for 100% of the attacks via proxies by Iran on the US?
  4. I never said that we should ignore history prior to 1979. You're also vastly oversimplifying what happened in 1979 and ignoring what happened since. It's like discussing quantum physics with a child.
  5. The original thing you quoted was that Iran has been attacking us via proxies for 40 years, which is true and you said you wonder why.. What I said was historically accurate. You can choose to ignore history and reality, doesn't mean it ceases to exist. I'm not claiming its why they were bombed tonight but history matters.
  6. Because they believe Israel and honestly Jews, Christians and religious freedom, should not exist, and the US supports those in various ways. Add to it they've been in bed with Russia since inception. Yeah... I wonder why too.
  7. It may well be that there is more to this we don’t know than do. We know what's been in the press which is usually only a part of the story.
  8. The entire middle east supported this attack.
  9. Some times a picture can help. I'd love someone knowledgeable or if someone can find what the math is on the total power of those 6 bombs. https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/06/18/politics/bunker-buster-weapon-explained-dg That's a BIG truck behind this pic:
  10. The bulk of their military leaders are dead. They've killed iirc just 24 Israelis. The potential of nukes and I'm guessing a goodly amount of other tactical assets got swept off the board. We have no idea what's occurred under the radar, but Iran doesn't have a lot left to even keep their own government afloat right this minute.
  11. 180,000 lbs or 90 tons. 90 tons... of bombs.
  12. Some quick screen grabs and a quote from Reuters
  13. 9 pm central Trump will speak per Reuters.
  14. Being Chuckles he may well have intend Bristlr or Feeld, incorrectly assuming all dating apps are the same and therefor bad.
  15. I mean... you're not wrong.
  16. Story isn't that simple and I think you know it. So this happened about 30 days ago in Iran: Today’s protests across more than 20 cities showed a people no longer pleading but demanding. Retirees robbed of their futures, farmers robbed of water, and workers robbed of dignity all cried out with one voice. The slogans ringing through the streets— “Only in the streets will we win our rights,” “Death to this injustice,” “Enough is enough”—made it clear: this was not just economic unrest. This was a call for liberation Iranian People Riot But today they are in the streets with signs that are pics of the Ayatollah in full support of him?!?! NTY Protest Coverage Doesn't that seem a like a massive sudden shift? Couldn't be that at least a part of it is a totalitarian regime "encouraged" such protests right after all their military leaders were taken out and US is flying bombers could it? Here is a more complex discussion about the issues: Iran's divided opposition senses its moment but activists remain wary of protests - https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/irans-divided-opposition-senses-its-moment-activists-remain-wary-protests-2025-06-19/
  17. I would be shocked at this point if they didn't move forward. Despite the protestations of big parts of the Maga empire, if no US troops are involved (which I TRULY hope is the case) and only air/sea, it can be spun by Surly's favorite leader as "Bring Peace to the middle east (dispite being Persia)", "Stamping out terrorist" and "Saving the world from Nukes" all while he gets to flex the US military. Ego and Legacy would both be well served. But... it is Trump "blind dart choices" are still in play.
  18. Agree that this is more far complex than US wanting access to their oil. There are obviously potential downside issues with the down fall of Iran's current regime. However, @956 Worldwide spelled out really well what could happen if they got nukes. Beyond that, while many disagree with it occurring, I firmly believe in the potential for the people of Iran to produce a functional, modern country with far more individual freedoms. Is it likely, maybe not, but possible which is positive. Next, it definitely pulls an ally out of the Russian rolladex which is good for Ukraine and bad for Russia. I'm absolutely in favor of that part. Who knows maybe it is a dominoe that aids in Putin's demise, we can only hope. Finally, the people of Iran may hopefully have some autonomy over their oil, I don't care if it comes to the US, but I hope they price gouge China for being quiet supporters for the current Iranian regime. Because fuck China.
  19. Mostly agree. Internally yes keep all parties out of government formation. However, use US and European logistics a via non-involved intermediary purely for supporting new regime in their nation building plans. Things like infrastructure good for damage, food, supplies and any non-military items.
  20. B-2 bombers moving to Guam amid Middle East tensions, US officials say Reuters Link
  21. I am guessing they are moved to within a 8-12 hr strike window, maybe closer. Then the reading of the current winds by US leadership of internal and international, follwed by conversations with ME OG and Israel.
  22. Chuckles and blind squirrels.. who knew.
  23. Let be fair, not to discount the leadership but our corporate oligarchs creating rabbit hole content feeds to whatever agenda the crazy person finds themselves diving down also plays a massive part in the equation. Then there is personal autonomy. That's often offset by a lack of any efforts to help folks with mental illness even when the signs are clear, if there is money to even pay for it.
  24. I already posted it in the Apple thread but I'm loving it, but my expectations weren't high. I'm repeating myself, but its a sci-fi sitcom based on a self aware robot that's on spectrum. It takes shots at both liberal and conservative tropes. It has really good dialog, great internal monolog, and is just silly. I enjoy the hell out of it for what it is.. so.
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