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In reply to the discussion: US kills two top leaders of terror group that attacked Kenya mall [View all]Ash_F
(5,861 posts)For those interested in learning something as apposed to chest beating.
http://www.theguardian.com/world/2011/nov/08/somali-fears-in-kenya-conflicts
"The final decision, taken precipitously, apparently surprised allies of Kenya, such as Ethiopia, which also has plans to intervene in Somalia. It is thought that both countries want to carve out zones of influence. Nairobi plans to set up a semi-autonomous region, Jubaland. A puppet government would be used to control resources and facilities, starting with Kismayo, a port used by smuggling networks with Kenyan links, according to a UN report published in July."
All with the support of the US government, of course. I'm not trying to tell anyone not to chest beat. Read the article, understand the situation, then chest beat your heart out.