[Rob]

To make it clear. If we commit our people to combat, then they should no in any way be shackled. They should have the right kit, and the right training. Their rules of engagement should, without reservation, be clear that they don't have to wait for the other side to act first. Combat is combat and bottom line, that is nasty and our people deserve to be unfettered if they are to be placed in harms way.

My issue is with the conduct once we have moved outside the combat zone, where things can be more considered and calm. On that basis the hidden conduct of whatever goes on in Guatemala Bay is reducing our society to that of those who seek to do us harm. Yes we can't play this game with our hands tied, but we have to try to play by some of our rules.