Originally posted by LLv34 Jarsci
This kind of things happen always when at war. Its not avoidable.
1. I think those soldiers have gotten their "punishment" already when they unloaded those bodies out of the van.. I think no one of them will forget.
2. Its unjust to blame Iraq causing this. Theyre just defending their country , like all of us would if someone you personally think is invading your country. Like 60 years ago when soviets attacked Finland. They also came to liberate us from our government, got a bloody nose. I dont think any of you would not be doing the same.
3. Also blaming US.. well they called it a war for freedom.. well I think Iraq people doesnt want it. Its their choice. So when this kind of things happen more and more, the cause is lost. All Iraquese will be fighting against coalition soon which I dont hope. Things get really ugly then, like in vietnam.
4. .. and then all goes down to drain..
But still dont blame the soldiers, theyre just tools. And its THEIR lives the politicians bet.
I'm not there, neither are you. We only form our own opinions from what we get through the media. That information depends on your media source.
According to mine, prisoners taken said they fight out of fear of Saddam, and what may happen to their families.
It is, however, a fact that many Iraqis support the war. It is also fact that as some towns are liberated, the citizens gladly show the coalition forces where the RA had arms stores. It is also fact that some Iraqi citizens are fighting WITH the coalition.
Therefore, while I am unable to say that most Iraqis support the war, I can say many do.
Only time will tell.
