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Originally posted by xpert11
reply to post by BitRaiser
I cant figure out why Blackwater isnt claiming that the weapons were intended for the Iraqi security forces and that they were diverted to the differnt insurgent groups because the enemy had infiltrated the security forces.
Originally posted by ClintK
reply to post by Throbber
No, it most certainly is treasonous. This was far more than just an illegal arms sale. The allegation is that these weapons were knowingly sold to militants and used against U.S. troops.
Originally posted by marg6043
This one is going to go like the Iran Contral scandal, if it ever gets to congress. thanks Udio for bringing that up.
Originally posted by Danman
I don't think so because those weapons could be used to kill them-selfs...Not to mention that they are all past US solders and they would not aid in the killing of US solders by selling weapons.
Originally posted by inconspicuous
Why would Blackwater USA, which has received billions of dollars in lucrative no-bid contacts from the US gov't, operate a weapons smuggling operation in Iraq? The profits are negligible compared to its contract fees.
Originally posted by inconspicuous
Why would Blackwater USA, which has received billions of dollars in lucrative no-bid contacts from the US gov't, operate a weapons smuggling operation in Iraq? The profits are negligible compared to its contract fees.
Also, how could they do it without being detected by US intelligence? Former intelligence officials work for Blackwater, and there is obviously collaboration between Blackwater and intelligence agencies.
Originally posted by Danman
so who ever is working for Blackwater is Patriotic.