Switzerland arming itself in preparation for a European meltdown
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[quote]The Swiss Army is preparing contingency plans for violent unrest across Europe. A nation mostly famous for its banks, watches and chocolate fears it may face a massive influx of European refugees in the near future.
One of the world’s richest nations openly expressed concerns over the possible outcome of Europe’s continuing financial troubles, and is currently conducting army exercises against the possibility of riots along its borders.
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In September, the Swiss military conducted exercises dubbed ‘Stabilo Due,’ with scenarios involving violent instability across the EU.[/B]
Switzerland has maintained an avowedly neutral stance for decades, and refused to join the euro zone when presented with the opportunity.
Bern’s biggest fear is likely the disorganization of neighboring nations’ armies that would follow general instability; the euro zone crisis and the severe austerity measures in the EU are forcing member-states to significantly slash their military budgets. If protest continues to spread across Europe, police and armed forces may find themselves ill-equipped to manage the unrest.
“I will not rule out that we will need the army in the coming years,” Swiss Defense Minister Ueli Maurer said last Sunday.
The Swiss Defense Ministry has pressed ahead to modernize the country’s army despite political opposition. [B]With its multibillion-Franc military budget and an army of around 200,000 soldiers, the country also plans to purchase new ‘Saab Gripen’ jet fighters.[/B]
“Minister Maurer, accompanied by whispers from the top uniformed leadership in Switzerland, is trying to raise awareness that Europe’s massive fiscal-cum-political crisis could get very unpleasant,” John R. Schindler, a professor of national security affairs at the US Naval War College wrote in an article for the XX Committee website.
The Chief of the Swiss Armed Forces, Lieutenant General André Blattmann, [B]likewise revealed plans to deploy an additional four battalions of military police (1,600 soldiers) to protect strategic points across the country.[/B] [/quote]
trolololol
Hahaha, the Swiss are more paranoid than Ron Paul.
[QUOTE=Sobotnik;38076655]Hahaha, the Swiss are more paranoid than Ron Paul.[/QUOTE]
Not really, the Defense Minister Ueli Maurer is just part of the Swiss right-wing party.
But yeah, it seems rather soon to be preparing for this, though strangely I haven't read anything about this in the Swiss newspaper.
[QUOTE=Selek;38076697]Not really, the Defense Minister Ueli Maurer is just part of the Swiss right-wing party.
But yeah, it seems rather soon to be preparing for this, though strangely I haven't read anything about this in the Swiss newspaper.[/QUOTE]
Still, it seems strange to be preparing for conflict rather than trying to prevent it.
Surprised that Switzerland are mobilising, they have always managed to stay neutral; Even if the mobilising is due to a influx of European immigrants, I still find it quite odd.
[QUOTE=The fox;38076769]Surprised that Switzerland are mobilising, they have always managed to stay neutral; Even if the mobilising is due to a influx of European immigrants, I still find it quite odd.[/QUOTE]
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Professor Schindler predicts that, “if the next Anders Brievik were to target Muslims, not fellow Europeans, things could get unimaginably ugly very quickly,” which could trigger widespread Muslim uprisings in Europe.
Switzerland, however, stands in stark opposition to the multicultural policies and thinking now common in other European nations. In 2009, Switzerland passed a national referendum banning the construction of Islamic minarets . [/quote]
Well I can't blame them, the world's in bad shape and even tho we've done so much to ensure peace is respected among the European nations, the last war wasn't so long ago in history. So sure that's a bit paranoid, but they need to get at least at the same level as everyone around them.
[IMG]http://filesmelt.com/dl/c_330_235_16777215_0___images_stories_edim_03_arm.jpg[/IMG] That perspective is so wrong.
If they ban minaret construction that isn't just opposition to multiculturalism, that's outright xenophobia.
[QUOTE=trotskygrad;38076791]post[/QUOTE]
Oh, alright, then I can understand.
[quote](Source: Russia Today)[/quote]Isn't Russia Today really unreliable? Or was that something else with Russia in it
Switzerland is mobilizing and will soon be able to field a strong army!
(sorry)
[QUOTE=Killer900;38076823]Isn't Russia Today really unreliable? Or was that something else with Russia in it[/QUOTE]
[quote=trotskygrad]trolololol[/quote]
[sp]sorry for attacking you outside of this thread but you asking that question shows how shitty your ability to evaluate sources is and probably why you're a truther... just saying[/sp]
[QUOTE=The fox;38076769]Surprised that Switzerland are mobilising, they have always managed to stay neutral; Even if the mobilising is due to a influx of European immigrants, I still find it quite odd.[/QUOTE]
They stay neutral by keeping EVERYONE out of their country.
[QUOTE=trotskygrad;38076834][sp]sorry for attacking you outside of this thread but really you asking that question shows how shitty your ability to evaluate sources is and probably why you're a truther... just saying[/sp][/QUOTE]What are you talking about? Truther? I was just asking a question because I always see people making fun of RussiaToday whenever it's cited as a source
No, Russia Today can be horrendously biased and sometimes outright lies.
Also they occasionally air completely batshit insane stuff.
Don't make me pull out my favorite clip.
[QUOTE=Killer900;38076864]What are you talking about? Truther? I was just asking a question because I always see people making fun of RussiaToday whenever it's cited as a source[/QUOTE]
evaluate sources on your own... I was referring to this
[URL]http://facepunch.com/showthread.php?t=1214346&p=37811788&viewfull=1#post37811788[/URL]
[URL]http://facepunch.com/showthread.php?t=1214346&p=37811370&viewfull=1#post37811370[/URL]
[url]http://facepunch.com/showthread.php?t=1214346&p=37812070&viewfull=1#post37812070[/url]
[QUOTE=kimr120;38076805][IMG]http://filesmelt.com/dl/c_330_235_16777215_0___images_stories_edim_03_arm.jpg[/IMG] That perspective is so wrong.[/QUOTE]
Damnit, beat me to it. It's only compounded by the overall green tone of the image.
[QUOTE=trotskygrad;38076914]evaluate sources on your own... I was referring to this
[URL]http://facepunch.com/showthread.php?t=1214346&p=37811788&viewfull=1#post37811788[/URL]
[URL]http://facepunch.com/showthread.php?t=1214346&p=37811370&viewfull=1#post37811370[/URL][/QUOTE]Oh that stupid debate, yeah I kind of forgot about it after everyone pointed me out as an idiot and attacked me for apparently being wrong. I hate the term truther and don't worry about attacking me, I'm sure it was nothing personal or anything like that
[QUOTE=Disotrtion;38076886]No, Russia Today can be horrendously biased and sometimes outright lies.
Also they occasionally air completely batshit insane stuff.
[B]Don't make me pull out my favorite clip.[/B][/QUOTE]
I'm intrigued...
[QUOTE=Killer900;38076937]Oh that stupid debate, yeah[B] I kind of forgot about it after everyone pointed me out as an idiot and attacked me for apparently being wrong.[/B] I hate the term truther[/QUOTE]
odd, I tend to remember my fuckups on this forum as much as my sometimes-opponents do.
[QUOTE=trotskygrad;38076834][sp]sorry for attacking you outside of this thread but you asking that question shows how shitty your ability to evaluate sources is and probably why you're a truther... just saying[/sp][/QUOTE]
What the fuck you are on about?
[QUOTE=Charlievrw;38076956]I'm intrigued...[/QUOTE]
just 4 u <3
[video=youtube;7UAeSsvHhTg]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UAeSsvHhTg[/video]
Also Switzerland is in a relatively stable position.
[QUOTE=Disotrtion;38076971]just 4 u <3
[video=youtube;7UAeSsvHhTg]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UAeSsvHhTg[/video][/QUOTE]
I understand her expertise on pleiadians, but creation science? She just lost all her credibility.
[QUOTE=Sobotnik;38076806]If they ban minaret construction that isn't just opposition to multiculturalism, that's outright xenophobia.[/QUOTE]
So it's xenophobia to disapprove of buildings that ruin the typical swiss cityscape / landscape? Try building a church in the middle east that isn't just a common looking house. They're still free to practice their religion, at home.
[QUOTE=trotskygrad;38076967]odd, I tend to remember my fuckups on this forum as much as my sometimes-opponents do.[/QUOTE]Well I mean I obviously remembered it, but I tried not to think too much about it, so it kind of drifted into the back of my memory.
[QUOTE=-Get_A_Life-;38077038]So it's xenophobia to disapprove of buildings that ruin the typical swiss cityscape / landscape? Try building a church in the middle east that isn't just a common looking house. They're still free to practice their religion, at home.[/QUOTE]
But there's churches in the middle east.
[QUOTE=Disotrtion;38076971]just 4 u <3
[video=youtube;7UAeSsvHhTg]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UAeSsvHhTg[/video][/QUOTE]
Damn, The Onion just keeps getting better.
[QUOTE=Sobotnik;38077057]But there's churches in the middle east.[/QUOTE]
I know Saudi Arabia's not the whole middle east but, [URL="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity_in_Saudi_Arabia"]http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity_in_Saudi_Arabia[/URL]
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