Anti war group warns of further protests at Shannon airport over US troop business

"...it's lucrative..." pretty much says it all.

anglonorman,Pittsburghkid,Letterbrick,71regiment,joan1954,Iconcur. The Irish can be a very ungrateful bunch

Ireland- Have RESPECT for these troops as they are protecting your freedom.

G.I. Joe in every Kids Meal ( McDonald's )

Seeing a large group of military, dressed in fatigues, sleeping about the airport is a chilling experience. We have aided the US in getting the military to and back from war. It is not simply kindness and helping an ally but monetary gain that the Taoiseach and the Shannon Airport Authority seek. The soldiers don't wish to be there under these circumstances nor do the protestors want them there. As an earlier commenter indicated, the decisions rest far above either soldier or protester. Neither democracy permits the public to decide.

The soldiers have nothing to do with.This has to do with Politics. Go after the Taoiseach, Tánaiste and your TD/s. Most of these young men/women would rather be at home. You have to start at the top!

In my visits to Ireland I have found that ignorance plays a big part and the troups will soon be heading home. For God's sake let them be in peace.

For God sake the country of Ireland has forgot Shannon and the west/ No flights to or from Boston to SNN. These soldiers and tired, homesick and want to get hom as fast

The war is ending this year. Have they not heard?

On 911, American jumped out of the World Trade Center to their deaths, that day Muslims danced in the streets. We are going to continue to fight this enemy.

The wes of Ireland can use all the business it can get help its economy. Look at Sweden during WW II. As well if Soviet Paratroopers had dropped onto Shannon during the "Cold War", you would be saying, "Where are the Yanks"?

Amen, Letterbrick! For the LOVE OF GOD, you are protesting in the wrong place!!!! The Irish Government is NOT neutral; it is paid very well for each plane that lands to refuel... so, go to the Government buildings; the US Embassy... leave these men and women alone; they are only doing their job; being sent over by a disgraceful Government! They have honor, integrity and most people couldn't shine their boots... who would give their life for their country??? Protesting safely at Shannon; give me a break!!!!

For God's sake, let these weary troops into Shannon on their way home from defending their country.