GreekIslandGirl wrote:Get Real! wrote:Paphitis wrote:Sydney Siege over
What siege? Whom did that idiot Abbot "shirtfront" this time?
I think he was kept quiet and out of sight for a while, hence a swift-ish resolution.
Has he found that airplane yet?
Abbott is a very strong leader in these situations.
He has taken an international leadership role in placing sanctions on Russia due to the Ukraine invasion and MH17.
He recently invited Ukrainian President on an official visit. He is said to be the most popular political figure in Ukraine.
He as PM also heads the Australian Security Council which convenes for matters of National Security. At no stage would he permit to meet any demands of a terrorist.
Terrorist events like this are a matter for the Police.
The police's hand was forced. They Australians would have been very happy to stretch this out as long as no one was being hurt. Storming the building was not the preferred option because it endangers innocent people trapped inside.