Perhaps we can obtain a UN resolution condemning the pirates' actions. No doubt, that would fill them with unimaginable terror.
Or, if "condemn" is just too strong of a word for the niceties of diplomatese and UN-speak, we could at least seek a resolution expressing a moderate degree of "concern." (Provided, of course, that Russia and China don't veto it in the Security Council.)
Or...well, something. Anything.
And don’t forget that Kerry is gonna have Senate hearings.