diplomacy failed, but it was never necessary. we have had the legal right to invade the entire time.
Why do I get the image of you grinding steak knives together and licking your lips hungrily while I read this?
Just because have the "legal right" doesn't MAKE it right. Blood is being spilled, and you're telling us that trying to handle this diplomatically isn't NECESSARY??
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