Leaked Pentagon documents reveal the US may not defend the Falkland Islands if Argentina attacks, linked to Britain's stance on the Iran war. Concerns also raised over the Lucy Letby case and police impartiality.
A leaked Pentagon email has revealed a potential shift in US policy regarding the Falkland Islands , suggesting the US may not support Britain if Argentina threatens the islands again.
This threat comes ahead of the King’s visit to Donald Trump and is linked to Britain’s reluctance to fully support US demands for military access – ‘Access, Basing and Overflight’ (ABO) – related to a potential war with Iran. The document, described as insulting by some, refers to the Falklands as an ‘Imperial possession’ and outlines options for punishing NATO allies perceived as not fully backing US operations.
This has sparked outrage, with critics pointing to the Falkland Islanders’ clear desire to remain British and contrasting it with the historical treatment of Native Americans in the US. The situation is further complicated by the upcoming state visit, requiring the King to navigate a potentially awkward diplomatic landscape with President Trump, whose demands are described as uncompromising.
The historical context of US support for Britain during the 1982 Falklands War is also being revisited, with acknowledgement that even then, President Ronald Reagan’s support wasn’t entirely enthusiastic. The author argues that Britain should stand firm and not be intimidated by this perceived bullying, suggesting a strong response such as closing American military bases in the UK unless the threat is withdrawn. A diversion of the King’s visit to Canada is also proposed as a symbolic gesture.
The author expresses concern that Britain is being treated as a ‘defeated and subjugated country’ and emphasizes the need to assert its independence. This situation highlights a growing tension between the two nations, fueled by differing stances on international conflicts and the US’s insistence on unwavering support from its allies. Alongside this geopolitical issue, the article raises serious concerns about the conviction of nurse Lucy Letby, who was found guilty of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder eight others.
The author details repeated attempts to obtain information from Cheshire Police regarding the investigation, encountering consistent stonewalling and redirection to Freedom of Information requests. A central question is whether the investigation was impartial or if Ms. Letby was pre-selected as a suspect.
The author points to the publication of a private letter from the Chief Constable to Sir David Davis MP as a potential security breach and questions whether the police’s behavior towards critical voices, like their own, is appropriate for a publicly funded organization. This raises concerns about fairness and transparency in the legal process and the potential for bias in the investigation and trial
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