Pentagon declines comment on NBC story on North Korea

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Pentagon declines comment on NBC story on North Korea

REUTERS

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Pentagon on Thursday declined to comment on an NBC report about possible pre-emptive action against North Korea, saying, as a policy, it does not discuss future operations "nor publicly speculate on possible scenarios."

 

"Commanders are always considering a full range of options to protect against any contingencies," Dana White, a Pentagon spokeswoman, said in a statement. Reuters had queried the Pentagon about the report.

 

"Our commitment to the defence of our allies, including the Republic of Korea and Japan, in the face of potential threats, remains steadfast."

 

(Reporting by Phil Stewart; Editing by Sandra Maler)

 

-- © Copyright Reuters 2017-04-14

 

[champers]

Someone feels like he is on a roll, so watch this space.

[Damaz6052]

Imagine if the US drop a GBU-43 on the celebrations in North Korea this weekend...

[Suradit69]

2 hours ago, champers said:

Someone feels like he is on a roll, so watch this space.

Since his domestic policies ( taking some liberty with the word "policies") are in shambles, he's decided maybe he does want to be president of the world. At least his (dwindling) base will be happy that he's being tough with those dang foreigners.

 

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Donald Trump has told a group of American workers that he does not want to “president of the world.” 

 

 

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Imagine if the US drop a GBU-43 on the celebrations in North Korea this weekend...

I wonder if Donald Trump could find North Korea on a map.

Edited April 14, 2017 by Suradit69

[Thaidream]

Dropping bombs on Syria with a depleted military is one thing- but a strike on North Korea could cause a retaliation by the North on South Korea's capital which is withing range of North Korean artillery. This would cause massive destruction and death. The North also could launch missiles on Japan.

With Trump and the Chinese now working together on getting North Korea to comply- I doubt the US at this juncture would strike.  There would have to be much greater provocation. 

recent analysis indicated that a war between the NOrth and South with US involvement would have the North with the advantage for 3-4 days and then with the introduction of 100,000 US Ground forces it would take a month and half to pacify North Korea.  The Chinese have already moved 140,000 soldiers to the Chinese North Korean border- most likely for security as North Koreans would pour into China during a war.

It was also reported that it would cost upwards of 2 Trillion Dollars to rebuild the devastated North and South under a reunification after the war was over.

I just can't imagine Trump pulling the trigger when he has much more info than the average person.

 

[elgordo38]

2 hours ago, Damaz6052 said:

Imagine if the US drop a GBU-43 on the celebrations in North Korea this weekend...

This rat can really burrow deep. He also more than likely has a bunch of look a likes running around. I personally think with the above statement and the ships that are in the area something is in the wind. An ill wind blows no good. Their on the ground information seems rather sparse when it comes to NK> 

Edited April 14, 2017 by elgordo38

[ballpoint]

2 hours ago, Suradit69 said:

Since his domestic policies ( taking some liberty with the word "policies") are in shambles, he's decided maybe he does want to be president of the world. At least his (dwindling) base will be happy that he's being tough with those dang foreigners.

 

 

 

I wonder if Donald Trump could find North Korea on a map.

I wonder if Donald Trump could find a map.

[elgordo38]

24 minutes ago, Thaidream said:

With Trump and the Chinese now working together on getting North Korea to comply-

The Chinese are not working with anybody they misogynist at best. 

[FitnessHealthTravel]

2 hours ago, Suradit69 said:

Since his domestic policies ( taking some liberty with the word "policies") are in shambles, he's decided maybe he does want to be president of the world. At least his (dwindling) base will be happy that he's being tough with those dang foreigners.

 

 

 

I wonder if Donald Trump could find North Korea on a map.

It's interesting that you actually think Trump is stupid...

[ALLSEEINGEYE]

Wars make a great little distraction

[ilostmypassword]

15 minutes ago, FitnessHealthTravel said:

It's interesting that you actually think Trump is stupid...

Not stupid. But as he has proved time and time again, ignorant. Very ignorant.

[kowpot]

2 hours ago, Damaz6052 said:

Imagine if the US drop a GBU-43 on the celebrations in North Korea this weekend...

Don't think you could fly a transport plane over North Korea without it getting shot down.  The MOAB is normally dropped from a C-130 out the aft cargo ramp. 

[Dumbastheycome]

3 hours ago, Thaidream said:

Dropping bombs on Syria with a depleted military is one thing- but a strike on North Korea could cause a retaliation by the North on South Korea's capital which is withing range of North Korean artillery. This would cause massive destruction and death. The North also could launch missiles on Japan.

With Trump and the Chinese now working together on getting North Korea to comply- I doubt the US at this juncture would strike.  There would have to be much greater provocation. 

recent analysis indicated that a war between the NOrth and South with US involvement would have the North with the advantage for 3-4 days and then with the introduction of 100,000 US Ground forces it would take a month and half to pacify North Korea.  The Chinese have already moved 140,000 soldiers to the Chinese North Korean border- most likely for security as North Koreans would pour into China during a war.

It was also reported that it would cost upwards of 2 Trillion Dollars to rebuild the devastated North and South under a reunification after the war was over.

I just can't imagine Trump pulling the trigger when he has much more info than the average person.

 

It  can only  be hoped he  has  more cognizance of his  info than dedication  to his ego !

[The Dark Lord]

1 hour ago, Dumbastheycome said:

It  can only  be hoped he  has  more cognizance of his  info than dedication  to his ego !

Or more sense than that war criminal bush! 

 

I think he has had so far shown that he is miles ahead of Bush on that front!

[saakura]

5 hours ago, Thaidream said:

Dropping bombs on Syria with a depleted military is one thing- but a strike on North Korea could cause a retaliation by the North on South Korea's capital which is withing range of North Korean artillery. This would cause massive destruction and death. The North also could launch missiles on Japan.

With Trump and the Chinese now working together on getting North Korea to comply- I doubt the US at this juncture would strike.  There would have to be much greater provocation. 

recent analysis indicated that a war between the NOrth and South with US involvement would have the North with the advantage for 3-4 days and then with the introduction of 100,000 US Ground forces it would take a month and half to pacify North Korea.  The Chinese have already moved 140,000 soldiers to the Chinese North Korean border- most likely for security as North Koreans would pour into China during a war.

It was also reported that it would cost upwards of 2 Trillion Dollars to rebuild the devastated North and South under a reunification after the war was over.

I just can't imagine Trump pulling the trigger when he has much more info than the average person.

 

If it is going to cost upwards of 2 trillion dollars to rebuild a devastated Korea, i think that a lot of countries and industries controlling their governments  will be licking their lips in anticipation and wishing the destruction comes fast.

[Ulic]

8 hours ago, Thaidream said:

Dropping bombs on Syria with a depleted military is one thing- but a strike on North Korea could cause a retaliation by the North on South Korea's capital which is withing range of North Korean artillery. This would cause massive destruction and death. The North also could launch missiles on Japan.

With Trump and the Chinese now working together on getting North Korea to comply- I doubt the US at this juncture would strike.  There would have to be much greater provocation. 

recent analysis indicated that a war between the NOrth and South with US involvement would have the North with the advantage for 3-4 days and then with the introduction of 100,000 US Ground forces it would take a month and half to pacify North Korea.  The Chinese have already moved 140,000 soldiers to the Chinese North Korean border- most likely for security as North Koreans would pour into China during a war.

It was also reported that it would cost upwards of 2 Trillion Dollars to rebuild the devastated North and South under a reunification after the war was over.

I just can't imagine Trump pulling the trigger when he has much more info than the average person.

 

Unfortunately this is precisely the logic that leads me to the conclusion that Trump is strongly considering a pre-emptive strike. If it makes no sense ...... do it.

Edited April 14, 2017 by Scott

[jerojero]

I wonder if Donald Trump could find a map.

And yet he has keys to a massive nuclear arsenal. Pray he's not that stupid to use any of it.

[tonray]

11 hours ago, Suradit69 said:

Since his domestic policies ( taking some liberty with the word "policies") are in shambles, he's decided maybe he does want to be president of the world. At least his (dwindling) base will be happy that he's being tough with those dang foreigners.

 

 

 

I wonder if Donald Trump could find North Korea on a map.

Don't be silly, he knows it's right above South Dakota.

[mettech]

This is unfortunate that we have to look at saying the word War and it is not funny, all of the one like the normal working population has nothing to do with war but if it happen they get to be killed or injured for life and of course displaced.

Sure war is good for economy right after it is over and put pressure on the rest of the world.

All it takes is a few hard head and huge ego to fight using their populations as guaranty so they still wear their office suits and have their coffee every morning while people would be dying.

[whatawonderfulday]

16 hours ago, Thaidream said:

Dropping bombs on Syria with a depleted military is one thing- but a strike on North Korea could cause a retaliation by the North on South Korea's capital which is withing range of North Korean artillery. This would cause massive destruction and death. The North also could launch missiles on Japan.

With Trump and the Chinese now working together on getting North Korea to comply- I doubt the US at this juncture would strike.  There would have to be much greater provocation. 

recent analysis indicated that a war between the NOrth and South with US involvement would have the North with the advantage for 3-4 days and then with the introduction of 100,000 US Ground forces it would take a month and half to pacify North Korea.  The Chinese have already moved 140,000 soldiers to the Chinese North Korean border- most likely for security as North Koreans would pour into China during a war.

It was also reported that it would cost upwards of 2 Trillion Dollars to rebuild the devastated North and South under a reunification after the war was over.

I just can't imagine Trump pulling the trigger when he has much more info than the average person.

 

You say that but then obviously there needs to be Trump Resorts, Trump Casinos built in the North to cater for the gambling Chinese

[Rob13]

News from Reuters about news from NBC about something that may or may not happen and no sources cited. Chinese whispers..innit

[Scott]

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[Scott]

An off-topic post has been removed.  

 

[HerbalEd]

On 4/14/2017 at 2:41 PM, Suradit69 said:

Since his domestic policies ( taking some liberty with the word "policies") are in shambles, he's decided maybe he does want to be president of the world. At least his (dwindling) base will be happy that he's being tough with those dang foreigners.

 

 

 

I wonder if Donald Trump could find North Korea on a map.

I've seen Thais who can't find Thailand on a world map.

[mrwebb8825]

Seriously? Not a single comment about the MSM making up stories because they couldn't get anybody to leak something followed up by having the brass balls to try and get the Pentagon to leak some credibility to them.

They make up their own news, publish it, get shot down trying to get someone to make it real and it turns into another Trump bashing thread. You guys need to get out more.

[Dumbastheycome]

On 4/15/2017 at 9:22 AM, whatawonderfulday said:

You say that but then obviously there needs to be Trump Resorts, Trump Casinos built in the North to cater for the gambling Chinese

With   100,000  to  140,000 in the  gambit  what  are  your   odds   on a  majority   stakehold  in NK  for  Trump?