^I assume you would have the same reaction if all the ships that were plundered belonged to Somalis? If yes - then at least you're consistent though your moral compass is dysfunctional. If no - then you've gotta explain yourself.

Originally posted by Oodweyne: ^^^ Mr. ThePoint , Now, my friend, as I had a reasoned to guessed earlier in our exchange; could it be said, that the video clip that you have shared with us, may have something to do with that "unspeakable longing" that I was gingerly warning against you in telling to all comers, dear lad ? Well, as they say, perhaps, it would have been best, if you had obeyed that dictum of "discretion is a better part of valour" in here. For, if that were to have been the case; then, I am sure the dirty glances that you're likely to receive from various corner of SOL gallery for your current troubles, would have been a non-event. But, since you are determine to come out of the closet ( so to speak ); then, perhaps, we shall try to avert our gaze from your end. Till at least you drop this obsession of yours, which is your intention to seriously strip-teased "your deeper feelings" of things that are "unspeakable" , in our presence... Regards, Oodweyne. Oodster, old chap - I'm guessing you were having an off night not to pick up the simple analogy in the video. The point was that Pepe represents you and fellow Somalilanders who want to 'close the border'. You're just not seeing there ain't no love there so just move on. As to the other thing - you have brought it up a number of times. You seem rather fixated on it no? All I did was describe the lovefest between you and another nomad - and it seems your curiosity and titilation is boundless. Ironic.

^Oh come on. If these guys are giving away the vast majority of their profits to the 'fishermen' and their communities then all is forgiven. If not - they're only out to get theirs. Hardly any different from the isbaaros only the 'victims' are non-Somali.

^He probably has it already and can tell you all about it Let us know when the website goes up Adam - I would be very interested. Hmmm about the ruins and castles - interesting - but we're not talking about Great Zimbabwe or Petra here are we?

^Exactly - it really is about delivery and how one acts. I think there are also certain contexts that are more appropriate than others.

^Walle - you are really turning on the screws there Ngonge. I look forward to Nur's reply.

Originally posted by Ibtisam: I don't argue for some scores, never have and never will, I just picked up on what I though was yet another hypocritical view expressed and the fact that you seemed to ignore the detrimental impac on everyone but Yey family tree. I am unaware how Yey's family tree escaped the detrimental impact while everyone else has suffered it? Would please enlighten me there?

I don't know. I've never seen a more wily politician who has had more comebacks than A/Y. I will count him out when he's in the grave.

Here Fool Blog: An Open Letter to Somali Pirates By Joe "Jolly Roger" Magyer November 18, 2008 Ahoy, Somali Pirates, Well, someone ate their Wheaties yesterday morning, eh? Word on the street is that you've hijacked yet another ship. This time, an oil tanker. But not just any ol' oil tanker, no. This one holds 2,000,000 barrels of crude oil worth roughly $112,000,000. Also, this one belongs to Saudi Aramco. Now, maybe I'm just unusually paranoid about trifling with mysterious corporate juggernauts after seeing Quantum of Solace last night, but I'm a bit concerned that you've bitten off more than you can chew here. I mean, really, you thought you'd hijack $112,000,000 worth of product from the crown prince of oil companies and walk away unscathed, with a handsome booty to boot? Really? Really? See, Saudi Aramco has a reputation to protect here. As the world's largest oil company, it can't afford to be flexed on by a group of two-bit pirates. Further, while Saudi Arabia can't go off half-cocked, let's recall that this is a national oil company you're messing with, not some weak-kneed public firm like ExxonMobil (NYSE: XOM), Chevron (NYSE: CVX), Royal Dutch Shell (NYSE: RDS-A) (NYSE: RDS-B), or Total (NYSE: TOT). Unlike those puny publicly traded peers, Saudi Aramco doesn't have a roster of shareholders that includes university endowments and teachers' unions. Its owner, King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz, sports seven frigates with missile ranges up to 180 kilometers, four corvettes built by the U.S. Navy, attack boats, helicopters, and 1,200 marines. Frankly, if it weren't for the fact that you've got a fortune of black gold under your feet, I wouldn't have been shocked to see you go down in a literal blaze of glory. Of course, it isn't like you're without leverage here. After all, you do have around two dozen hostages from varied nationalities, not to mention that you've got a fully-loaded Saudi freighter coasting towards the pirate haven of Eyl. It is entirely possible that the Saudis could negotiate with you. And given the other option (one that involves Keyser Söze-style negotiation tactics), you'd better hope this is the route they choose. Of course, there's always a third option, which is that they call your bluff. What would you do with 2,000,000 barrels of oil, anyway? Talk about an illiquid liquid. Unless you've got a few thousand miles of steel pipe or a couple million barrels lying around, you're probably stuck with something folks call a "stranded resource." Throw in Dennis Hopper, and we're looking at a scene straight out of Waterworld. Anyway, don't go killing those hostages. Doing so makes it open season for bringing down the hammer on you. Plus, given that the hostages come from a range of countries, you'd risk an onslaught of undesirable attention from a host of very irked countries. Dare I say it, this brazen, foolish theft of yours might be the tipping point on the international community deciding that they're no longer going to put up with your playing pirate anymore. One way or the other, I'm afraid some of your boys will end up walking the plank for this one. In a way, I hate to say it. After all, I do admire your gusto. Best, Joe "Jolly Roger" Magyer

^Lol. It's in my top 3 list I'A. Not sure I'll be there before 2010. I hope they do a good job on it - don't embarass us Africans even more than we are now.

^Juje - I wonder - how many times have you changed your face? Is it more or less than Duke's?

^Adeerayaal - easy with the qabiil names. It's NOT necessary. And adds little to the discussion. For you Bob: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p42e7LhAA6U Although it seems a little thin these days for Somalis.

Centurion - that article reads like it's from another era. Really quite fascinating. It was not an intelligent war. There was no way Somalia was gonna hold on to all that territory even without the Cuban/Russian intervention. When Somalia is in a strong position - then it can regain its lost territories.

A & T/Protocol - you're off your rockers boyz. Stop now before this turns into a Xiin/Duke like mud wrestling extravaganza. Ood - old boy - we'll never agree on the Las issue. You and like minded fellows remind me of . Just careful how this attachment to Sool/Sanaag ends.

I don't know - me thinks a Bantustan is a step up from a MadMaxStan aka a failed state. Cirdey - I hope the General appears wearing his tute - he looks so cute in that.

^Damn - that was tame LZG. You're letting your readers down.

^Aren't you a pilot or wannabe pilot? What is the world coming to when pilots have to cheat to find out where in the world a place is?

LOOOOOOL. I really did NOT need to know that! Where the heck do you pick this stuff up from?

^Psssst - Adeer - a minyaro would attract attention - that's the last thing you want at this juncture.

One of the ends? So this drama-comedy is just gonna keep going in a new form? I agree with Ibtisam - 'Waaxa waalan'.

^You go girl! You could be a group therapist for CA - Cellphones Anonymous. 'I am cellphone free for 1 year and 2 1/2 months.'

Are you still savouring the journey - or have you decided that throwing yourself out of an airplane is a fitting end to the magnificent journey?

^Well - everytime I swing by - there is yet something new unfolding. Like some wierd and wacky drama.... "Will the exalted bunch finally decide on a plan of action and execute it.... Stay tuned for the next exciting episode... "

Correct. But not anticipating what your enemy will do is not exactly correct battle planning. Besides - this war was more of an adventure to bleed the army and distract from domestic failures a la Sadaam and the Kuwaiti invasion in 91.

It took 12 pages and a month and a half. Sounds about right for organizing an event with Somalis. Have fun ladies and hold on to your hijabs.