"We continue to highlight the importance of preparation by the merchant mariners and the maritime industry in this message, " Vice Adm.

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"One side couldn't attack the other side without the side being attacked knowing who it is and from where it came, " says retired Vice Adm.

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Then on Feb. 21, he accused Defense Minister George Fernandes of plotting his ouster and failing to take action against arms dealers allegedly linked to Vice Adm.

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