Berlin not aware of U.S. drone strikes from German bases

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Source: Reuters

(Reuters) - Germany said on Friday it had no knowledge of U.S. drone strikes being directed from its territory after media reports alleged that the U.S. military was steering attacks on Islamist guerrillas in Africa from German bases.

The use of drones is highly controversial in Germany, where an aversion to military conflict has prevailed since World War Two, and the reports sparked a strong response from opposition parties hoping to score points against popular Chancellor Angela Merkel ahead of a September election.

Thomas Oppermann, parliamentary floor leader of the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD), said German law prohibited targeted attacks outside of armed conflicts and demanded an explanation from the government.

Read more: http://uk.reuters.com/article/2013/05/31/uk-germany-us-drones-idUKBRE94U0O620130531

[Ian David]

1. ...

[telclaven]

2. Okay, that made me laugh

Although this is a big deal I think.

Pissing off one's allies isn't a good way to go, especially when we need those allies.

[Kingofalldems]

3. Kick and Rec