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Return_Of_The_LAMFF 14 points ago +17 / -3

Why not just use this as the perfect excuse to GTFO of Iraq?

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TinCanToNA 13 points ago +14 / -1

Why not get some recompense on the way out the door, or at least ask for it? Totally a Trump move, and I love it. We'll be out of Iraq one way or another.

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TinCanToNA 13 points ago +13 / -0

A great idea. Frankly, they will probably pay to have us leave. We want to leave, but also we don't want to leave cash on the table. Win-win, exactly what President Trump is famous for.

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jimmajamma 4 points ago +4 / -0

See the part about the historical artifacts. Might bee good to prepare some memes contrasting the left's hatred and need for remove of our own historical artifacts with Iranian ones should the situation arise where they are outraged by their destruction.

Though somehow I don't think it will be necessary - The Art of the Deal.

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DaLaohu 3 points ago +3 / -0

That first line in the article about the airbase is the whole point. We don't just pack up and leave because we have millions invested in the region. It's a huge loss for us. We would lose gained territory and global influence and resources. So, if we leave, we need to get something in return for it. Again, Trump is not stupid.

What I anticipate is that Iraq is left alone, but still has US bases in it like Germany and Japan.