On my first TNG watch and currently up to S4E26 Redemption. Question about the prime directive / interference.
I understand Picard playing the neutral role of arbiter by Klingon law, but leaving Gowrons ship whilst it was under attack? The arbiter role was complete. As the Federation and Klingon empire are allied, wouldn't it be acceptable to respond to a distress call and give aid?
Edit: and next scene it turns out Picards arbiter duties weren't complete. That's what I get for posting mid episode.
Edit2: annnnnd then immediately after that Gowron calls for Federation support as allies. Guess I'll just shut up and watch...