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Navy: Anti-ship missiles, Farsi manual found on seized vessel
Boaz Fyler
Published: 15.03.11, 21:07
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31. Gaza
Gabe Yakmore ,   Canada   (03.16.11)
I would not sell life insurance to Haniyeh.
32. turkman 28
Eaglebeak ,   Left Coast, USA   (03.16.11)
Gaddafi is more loveable than Al-Qaeda or the mullah's of Iran.
33. #12 - and they're targeted the "Israeli" way
William ,   Israel   (03.16.11)
34. #21 - but Syria would have to prove it
William ,   Israel   (03.16.11)
and by that, open itself up to scrutiny as to where they received Chinese-made weapons from though China never sold them any, and why the circuitous route of the ship and doctored manifest. If the weapons were bound for Libya through Egypt, there is no need to hide them. Even if the ship was bound for Benghazi, the rebel stronghold, the weapons wouldn't need to be hidden. You and I both know how "facts" are handled when attacking Israel. Simply a claim such as your's can be made and the media will believe it, the UN will make a resolution, and the Arabs will cry foul....all without a shred of fact to back it up. So please....spare us.
35. Next time they'll make sure they succeed...
Edithann ,   USA   (03.16.11)
Let Israel keep roaming the world trying to confiscate arms to Gaza...Let's see..by 2020...Palestinaisn and GAZA will still be there and Israel will have spent what little American aid they get... TATA
36. Chinese missiles and US-MADE mortars: Obama needs to explain
Dr. L. Brnd ,   San Diego, USA   (03.16.11)
Israel has released photos that clearly show not only Chinese C704 anti-ship missiles in what appears to be ground-launch cradles, BUT ALSO US-made (or British) 60 mm mortar shells with English lettering, English packing sheets: "Packing date July 2009", "Case# 311/502", "Packer 2117", "Inspector 1194". This should be sufficient info to determine whether these 60mm mortar shells came from US shipments to Pakistan, Afganistan or Iraq. OR...whether they are part of the US arms sent by Obama to Lebanon with assurances they wouldn't fall into terrorist hands - which obviously they have. Obama must provide Israel - and America - with an explanation (or if they are Brit made, Cameron and Hague have the explaining to do). Israel should put all peace contacts on hold until they have a credible explanation as to how US arms were in the Gaza-bound shipment with Chinese missiles!!! And if the latest model of Chinese anti-ship missile is going to Hamas via Iran, Israel needs to cut off all arms sales to China until they shut off all arms trade with Iran. Shipping the captured C-704 missiles to Taiwan for study would be a perfect way of showing Israeli displeasure with Beijing.
37. weapons on board
Mark ,   USA   (03.16.11)
I hope people noticed that this tidbit wasn't on the front of any major newspapers in the US i.e. NY Times...only the news that's fit to print..what a joke!
38. #28 turkman, nobody fell for any trick
BEN JABO ,   ISRAEL   (03.16.11)
Israel knew beforehand where the weapons came from and where they were going You're just ticked off that Israel has now added them, at no cost to itself, to it's inventory If any of the weapons are better than what Israel has, rest assumed we'll adlopt the upgrades for our own use
39. #19 christianpalestinian (Dhimmi) "Maybe ?"
BEN JABO ,   ISRAEL   (03.16.11)
Why should Israel take chances that they weren't intended for Hamas in Gaza ? You really should check the rules of war, during wartime, which this is, it's common practice for each side to intercept the other side's shipping, frequently sending the vessels to the bottom of the sea I suggest that you read what the opposing sides did to each other during BOTH World Wars Just Google, there's a lot for you to learn You have a lot to learn about the sea and war
40. #8 It wasn't stolen
BEN JABO ,   ISRAEL   (03.16.11)
It's on permanent loan to the IDF
41. #21 Bloodyscot - Bloodyfool
BEN JABO ,   ISRAEL   (03.16.11)
The important factor is that the ship's supplies didn't reach any of our enemies, whether they be Syria, Lebanon or Gaza We're engaged in a multi-front war I suggest that you check out what the opposing sides did to each other during BOTH World Wars Ships were sunk at sea by the hundreds, millions of tons of cargo went to Davey Jones' locker
42. #9 - as were the trucks with weapons from Sudan...
William ,   Israel   (03.16.11)
that Egypt accidentally seized. I guess Egypt is now complicit to Gaddafi's crimes. Oh no!
43. NOW I know
Israeli 2   (03.16.11)
why Israel alowed those two Iranian warships to sail through the Suez. Israel knew all along that they had the weapons. Because they were warships and warships have weapons legally. So even if you board a warship you expect to see war materials and there is not much one can do about it, except to sink the ships. So Israel waited for them to unload it and then they seize it freely for them to have in their arsenal. What I am saying is that Israel is way smarter than they are.
44. @ #9
Jewish Warrior   (03.16.11)
I see... so please describe the Farsi manual, and why they were shipping them to a port normally used for entry into Gaza.
45. Iran's Pathway of Destruction
Brod ,   USA   (03.16.11)
Iran's goal is to destroy Israel as spelled out in President Ahmedinejad's speeches in Tehran, Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta. Iran's former President Rafsanjani went further in his speech at Tehran stadium shortly after 9/11, by saying that a single nuke could vaporize Israel. By arming its tentacles-Gang Members-Hamas, Hezbollah and Syria, Iran has already declared war against Israel. Israel should not wait for a spark to happen to defend itself. It should preempt Iran and its tentacles without any qualms. Israel's government should reorganize by replacing Barak with General Yaalon. Strong Generals who have the brilliance and courage of Generals Sharon, Eitan and Kahalani should be put in key positions.
46. cargo mix up
Rebecca ,   Toronto Canada   (03.16.11)
OMG that must mean that all that cotton and lentils must be packed in containers marked as weapons. What a terrible mix up. (sarcasm).
47. @28 Beware of the melons
George Orwell ,   Brussels   (03.16.11)
Look, the ship started out in Syria. The Libyan rebels accuse Syria of helping Khadaffi. So how can weapons from Syria be intended for the rebels? BTW a reliable source told me that Israel had infected melons with AIDS and was secretly sending them to Muslim countries. So Mr. Turkman, Beware of the melons.
48. #12 Se Habla Farsi?
Cynthia ,   USA   (03.16.11)
Instruction manual probably for the Revolutionary Guard officers to train the Hamas peon foot soldiers. No doubt Iran trying to duplicate Hezbollah in Gaza. Alas, Iran was caught red handed after strutting up and down the Suez Canal while Israel trailed them.
49. Edithann 35
Eaglebeak ,   Left Coast, USA   (03.16.11)
Next time they'll make sure they succeed... Funny, we have been hearing that for over 60 years. By 2020 they will still be the losers they are now. Keep dreaming.
50. It's a very "Serious Iranian Escalation" !
Salma ,   Palestine   (03.16.11)
"Israel" must act against Iran now. by the way, Do you have some Iranian Prisoners with the weapons?!!!!!
51. The US, Chinese connections
jo   (03.16.11)
Sinking the ship (and all ships caught) after removing a few" samples"; allow the captain and crew to board lifeboats, would have been an appropriate response. This will notify ALL captains to inspect what their cargo consist off before loading. A 'charge' near the crates with a team filming the explosion of the lentils and cotton will suffice. Alas, not only has Israel lost the " will ", the" creativity", the " elan " sorely needed; " mush" is what's left.
52. #50 Down girl
Cynthia ,   USA   (03.16.11)
I'm sure you can find a desperate Hamas terrorist with weapons seeking 4th wife.
53. christian palestinian no 19
JUDAH THE LION   (03.16.11)
Israel can do anything because she is superpower,and untouchable
54. #52 Cynthia , silly girl
Salma ,   Palestine   (03.16.11)
I can find him for you, cause i'm engaged and so in love with my fiance : )
55. To Salma et al: frustrated, eh? GOOOD!
(03.16.11)
56. It's simple - Iranian fiasco: they were screwed by Israel.
(03.16.11)
...and all the Islamo-Leftists bleed. Now all they have left to do is bark and moan; and plot their next brave butchering of Jewish babies in their sleep, while BBC, CNN and Haaretz turn a blind eye.
57. Israeli Mossad
JUDAH THE LION   (03.16.11)
May our G D in HEAVEN BLESS OUR MOSSAD, and GOOD LUCK MOSSAD FOR ANY FUTURE OPERATION. KOL HAKAVOD & PURIM SAMAYAH
58. #35 Edithann - U never did answer questions
BEN JABO ,   ISRAEL   (03.16.11)
Don't concern yourself with our getting American Aid, just as long as Iran tries to sneak in weapons that will alleviate our need to buy any of the same types since we're now getting them free of charge Now, be a dear, removal the hypodermic from your arm, it's making you hallucinate Nighty Night
59. #50 Salma
BEN JABO ,   ISRAEL   (03.16.11)
We would have to feed the Iranian prisoners The weapons just need storage at minimum expense Best part is they came "Free of Charge"
60. #54 Salma
BEN JABO ,   ISRAEL   (03.16.11)
You keep telling us that you're engaged Why no marriage as yet, is he giving it second thoughts ? In the his Harem pecking order, what's your number going to be ?
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