If Iran was a dog, it would be rolled over on its back exposing its belly. Face saved, ready to behave (for the time being.) Intentionally ineffective attack complete, and the new US reality now in place.
Ha! Great imagery and very accurate. The killing of Soleimani is looking to be a huge win for the U.S., and a major blow to Iranian prestige in that whole region.
My first thought, as well!
Not that I believe him. Iran may not make an institutional response, but they have plenty of free-lancers answering their burner phones.