[demsux]

Iran is probably wondering just WHAT they have to do to provoke a REAL response from the infidels.

[Cyclopean Squid]

Probably. That Orientalism that Edward Said is always prattling about might not be all bunk.

[Centurion2000]

Iran is probably wondering just WHAT they have to do to provoke a REAL response from the infidels.

Execute the hostages one a day. On public television

[surely_you_jest]

Iran is probably wondering just WHAT they have to do to provoke a REAL response from the infidels.

Do the British maintain an embassy in Tehran? If so, is it still open?

If so, the British might want to think about recalling their ambassador and staff to London for consultations.

We've been to that particular party, and didn't have a very good time. I'd hate to see the Brits have to endure the experience we had in '79-80.