BF2S Forums hahahaha evacuate in the middle east

Yes, the US Govt are charging their citizens, but the BBC had a story on their website saying you could write some kind of 'script/bill/etc' to the US Govt and then pay back later.

Also, come on, if you have money as a poster earlier insinuated, would you make the choice to live in a war-torn , dangerous middle-eastern country with a terrorist organisation supported by the government? I would reckon most of these people aren't the richest Americans out there.

American woman near border unable to evacuate:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/middle … 190436.stm

We in Aus are doing the exact same thing to get our Aussies outa there, and guess what, ITS FREE!

Some people are also Lebonese citizen's. Not sure the point I'm making, but the dual citizenship could play a roll in this money rumor. lol

Last edited by Sgt.Zubie (2006-07-18 06:53:26)

Checked google for the charging thing, didnt find the BBC article but did find this:

http://www.halifaxlive.com/content/view/797/2/

The bill/script I was referring to seems to be a 'repatriation loan' in this article.

*EDIT*
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/13902115/

For those that don't want to read, its $300 per person apparently, but then you're left at Cyprus, responsible for your own accomodation and flights. The fact its holiday season in Cyprus also complicated matters.

Last edited by SpyHunterUK (2006-07-18 06:57:32)

Ok read the whole thread before asking a question like that. I find it funny like someone falling down a flight of stairs. It's that uncomfortable feeling like hahahaha are you for real? That's my intent for the haha's hoped that help, I think it's dispicable.

My recommendation:  Bill the Israeli government.  If they won't pay, sue them in international court.

Simple solution: if you're a civilian westerner, don't go to Arabville. If you do go, travel lightly with expectations that at any moment you'll be expected to evacuate.

Last edited by unnamednewbie13 (2006-07-18 13:30:13)

Bubbalo wrote:

topthrill05 wrote:

Where did I say any other country's were? Notice the "If" in the statement.

But that argument is foolish.  If other countries aren't charging, then it merely proves them to be better protectors of their citizens.  You are, basically, arguing that the criticism is unfair, because if other countries did the same they wouldn't recieve it, when other countries aren't

Point taken. Although it was not the point I was trying to get across.

also http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/13929410/?GT1=8307

"The U.S. State Department said Tuesday it had dropped a plan to make Americans reimburse the government for the transport..."

Looks like it was just an overbblown rumor afterall. But at least the media did it's job of making a whole bunch of people pissed off at the US government for nothing.

And what is your point?

"PWNT" How very grown up of you.

If you think the US sucks that is your opinion. Just remember there are nice people in the US, like me.

Hey,

  OK let's get this straight.

1. the rate is 150-200 dollars + 1 dollar.

2. The most recent bill was late 90s and most Dem's. voted for it.

3. A lot of Euro country's are a lot closer so I would assume it's a bit easier to get em out. I mean sailing a ship from here takes a while ya know. Nearest ships were in Persian gulf I think performing combat Ops.

4. The US provides flights from Cyprus along with evacuation from certain declared parts of Lebanon.

5. The US state department puts out warnings for travelers saying don't go there and the risk of visiting country A is blah blah blah. So you assume your own risk.

6. If your rescued by the US Coast Guard from a sinking boat you are also billed.

7. Say Katrina again you Asshole.....Make it Bush's fault eh.. LOL To bad the Dem. Governor Blanco told the Red Cross and other agency's they "COULD NOT ENTER NEW ORLEANS".  Ya and oh she wouldn't give the President the authority to send in troops either. The Mayor was fucking a monkey from the day before the storm even hit. Blame is fine but partisan blame is just screwing your country.