Vance Faces a “Clown” Label From Former MP With Afghanistan Background
In a sharp exchange that has left many eyebrows raised, former UK MP James Cartlidge—once a British Army officer who served in Afghanistan—dished out a nickname that’s both biting and absurd. The United States’ Vice President, J.D. Vance, got called a “clown” by the ex‑MP after Vance’s recent jab at the Anglo‑French deployment of peacekeepers.
The Backstory
- Cartlidge, known for his service in Afghanistan, holds a deep respect for the soldiers who risked their lives on the front lines.
- Vance, speaking to Fox News, claimed the 20,000 troops sent by Britain and France were “from some random country that hasn’t fought a war in 30 or 40 years.”
- The VP suggested the U.S. could offer a “way better security guarantee” if Ukraine’s President Zelensky signed a minerals deal with Washington.
The Clash
Cartlidge wasn’t having it.
“Britain and France came to their aid, deploying thousands of personnel to Afghanistan, including my own brother and numerous parliamentary colleagues, past and present,” he said.
“It’s deeply disrespectful to ignore such service and sacrifice,” Cartlidge added, effectively putting the VP’s dismissive stance on smackdown.
Why It Matters
This isn’t just a funny anecdote for the internet; it’s a micro‑cosm of the broader debate over who should bear the weight of security in Ukraine. While Vance is outfocusing on strategic details from a continental exterior, the former MP reminds us that real people, soldiers and families, have put their backs on the line.
The Takeaway
Between sarcasm, military heroics, and political standoffs, this clash offers a reminder: the words we use can either build bridges or burn them. For Vance, a “clown” tag was a pricey lesson in humility; for Cartlidge, it’s a stand‑up moment that honors the bravery of those on the ground.
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When a Russian Politician Gives Props to Trump – Still Fizzles on the Details
On a comet‑like Tuesday, Moscow sent a note of gratitude to former U.S. President Donald Trump, saying that the 45th president had somehow “done our job for us”. They were thrilled to lift sanctions, but feel a bit rattled when it comes to pinpointing who actually sent troops. The big news? Russia is thankful, but not everyone else is lining up the applause.
Vance, the Veteran‑Vexer
U.S. Speaker J.D. Vance tossed a jab into the ring. He claimed his comments about the UK and France were “absurdly dishonest.” He says he never mentioned the Brits or French in the clip, yet both nations have been copacetic with the U.S. for the past two decades, fueling multinational peacekeeping initiatives. The punchline? Nations that can’t afford battlefield experience or heavy equipment are volunteering on paper but not on the ground.
Blue‑Team Boosters Push Back
- Starmer’s spokesperson reminded everyone that the Prime Minister and his entire country respect all British troops—including those who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan and, tragically, lost their lives.
- Nigel Farage aired his annoyance on GB News, loudly shouting “JD Vance is wrong – wrong, wrong, wrong.” He pointed out that for 20 years, the U.K. matched the U.S. in spending, men, and losses in Afghanistan.
- Johnny Mercer, former armed forces minister, called the U.S. President a “clown” who never contributed to the front‑lines. He recalls reading Vance’s book, finding the author’s own stint in the Marines oddly detached. “If he’d mixed his boots with his own country’s crazy foreign policies,” Mercer says, “he might have a different take on volunteerism.”
The Irony of “Doing Our Job”
It’s a classic case of tall‑order diplomacy. Russia cheering Trump for supposedly “taking our job for us” while in reality the world’s network of contributions — from actual combat soldiers to merely singular salutes — remains uneven. Humor? Sure. Emotional? Definitely. In the grand theatre of international politics, the drama continues, and the script may yet surprise us all.
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