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Originally Posted by Letum

What is Iran trying to gain from testing the Western powers like this?
I really can't see how it could be of benefit to them.

I don't want a offensive war with Iran atm, but I'm totally behind any decision to declare hostilities against Iranian personnel, ships etc in Iraqi waters with out good reason.

I hate to quote from a leader as harsh, megalomanic and crazy as Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, but:
Let them hate us, as long as they fear us. Caligula

I think the Royal Navy should impose a little more fear to ensure respect from Iran.

I agree.