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Originally Posted by Tblue
I would have thought after the USS Cole the Navy would have instituted some kind of prevention policy. A policy of when operating in certain parts of the world any unwelcome/unscheduled crafts approaching a US warship would be subject to being fired upon. Maybe warning shots if possible, but if you come within say 100 yards you are fair game.
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It depends upon the Rules of Engagement and, at some level especially when you're authorized to shoot back, is determined by POTUS.
I would say the rules are now quite clear.