So nice of Mr abbott

[ramblingboy42]

isn't it? he's going to give our troops permission to defend themselves.

the rest of you may add comments ....I'm gobsmacked.
Islamic State: Tony Abbott warns troops may be forced to fire in Iraq, insists there is no 'intention' for combat - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

[seano87]

It would be funny, if it wasn't so distinctly unfunny.

I'm just at a loss for words this week over it.

[Pickles2]

Rambling,..i've noticed you're a big fan of Tony!
I read the article, it's quite plain,....no combat troops on the ground, but those that are there will be armed (I'm glad they are), & "IF THEY ARE FIRED UPON", THEY WILL FIRE BACK.......wouldn't you expect them to?
I reckon Tony's doing OK on the overseas stuff at the moment.
Pickles.

[BMKal]

Rambling,..i've noticed you're a big fan of Tony!
I read the article, it's quite plain,....no combat troops on the ground, but those that are there will be armed (I'm glad they are), & "IF THEY ARE FIRED UPON", THEY WILL FIRE BACK.......wouldn't you expect them to?
I reckon Tony's doing OK on the overseas stuff at the moment.
Pickles.

In the eyes of some ................. some people can't do anything right, can they.

Small minds ............................

[Chucaro]

Even if I dislike the man I agree with him, the government and the opposition in what are they doing.
This ISIS mob is like a cancer in humanity and if we not doing something soon it will keep spreading out of control.
My worry is if Indonesia does not shut well the borders, from there to PNG is a short step and then Australia.

Regarding our soldiers in the ground I do not think that this time they can be without arms. The only thing that I would change will be shoot first and ask question later instead of return fire.
The criminals cowers of ISIS will not respect even unarmed UN personnel.

[Pickles2]

Even if I dislike the man I agree with him, the government and the opposition in what are they doing.
This ISIS mob is like a cancer in humanity and if we not doing something soon it will keep spreading out of control.
My worry is if Indonesia does not shut well the borders, from there to PNG is a short step and then Australia.

Regarding our soldiers in the ground I do not think that this time they can be without arms. The only thing that I would change will be shoot first and ask question later instead of return fire.
The criminals cowers of ISIS will not respect even unarmed UN personnel.

Chuc,..What is happening?...This is the SECOND post of yours that I've agreed with today!!!....particularly line 3.
Pickles.

[Fatso]

His comment was probably the result of some dumb journo,s question .

[Chucaro]

Chuc,..What is happening?...This is the SECOND post of yours that I've agreed with today!!!....particularly line 3.
Pickles.

I have told you before mate, wait for the opportunity to be together with a good red and a plate with prime red meat and we will agree 100%
This method of communication it is not the best, I like to red faces to make sure that people understand what I ma trying to say

[ramblingboy42]

When did Iraq become our enemy?

If it was peacekeeping role I wouldn't mind.

[Pickles2]

"Enemy"?..As a well known Australian once said,..."Please Explain"?
Pickles.