> you expressed confusion about why France No, I don't think that can be read into my comments. > they probably do expect to take part You stated they'd be o

> you expressed confusion about why France No, I don't think that can be read into my comments. > they probably do expect to take part You stated they'd be on the front lines with some certainty, and I chortled. You asked why. I explained why. Diving into why a country engages in posturing is beside the point.