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flashman13

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60. Don't be trying to school me. I suppose you think the world will thank us for for attacking an ally.

Mon Jan 12, 2026, 07:47 PM

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The repercussions will be as bad as Ocelot II predicts and worse. He failed to mention the consequences vis-a-vis China and Russia.

And don't bother replying because I have no intention debating someone so poorly informed.

Have a nice day.

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