The Occasional Observer

While I appreciate that the situation in the Middle East is very tense and it is best to be cautious before making any strong moves, I have to believe it is in the best interests of the West for Britain not to appear to be Iran's whipping boy. Iran has now seemingly further escalated the situation with inappropriate release of hostage photos, fake or forced letters of admission of guilt, and forced wearing of headscarves. It is time for Britain to make a more forceful, public response. The longer it takes to respond, the more it will be perceived that these types of aggressive actions by the Middle East will not be met with consequences.