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There's no conspiracy.
Some politicians wanted to be re-elected, some wanted oil, some wanted to show off their pricy military machine, etc.
The US also felt threatened and invaded Afghanistan because there was cause given, it was weak, and there was international approval.
Its basic realist politics. No morality.
(Victoria'sBeard Different political view? I hate you!, Tue 22 Jan 2013, 22:04, Share, Reply)

the americanss started bombing, then the international community gave its approval.it was 12 years ago, so you memory can be forgiven for getting this important distinction wrong..
(bruxia, Tue 22 Jan 2013, 22:15, Share, Reply)

International approval was the wrong word
I meant something along the lines of 'international goodwill'.
In international politics, the US can't just do what it likes without considering the reaction from China and other States.
(Victoria'sBeard Different political view? I hate you!, Tue 22 Jan 2013, 22:38, Share, Reply)

'international backing-off and letting the US do its thing'

(Victoria'sBeard Different political view? I hate you!, Tue 22 Jan 2013, 23:03, Share, Reply)