[snowsislander]

Ahmadinejad seems to believe that he can take on the Western powers, led by the United States, in a limited conflict, and defeat them thus becoming a national hero and a pan-Islamic knight riding the steed of history in triumph. That is a juvenile illusion that could wreck Ahmadinejad’s presidency before it finds its cruising speed.

The Iranians have the most delusional government on the face of this earth. Even their closest competitor, North Korea, at least have a major, steadfast ally right on their border to back up their crackpot ways.

[F14 Pilot]

But Iranians did not have any say in this new government!

[Dark Skies]

The Iranians have the most delusional government on the face of this earth. Even their closest competitor, North Korea, at least have a major, steadfast ally right on their border to back up their crackpot ways.

The Iranians think they have an ally in Russia. And Ahmedinejad and Ayatollah Shirazi are invoking the name of Islamic Messiah, al Mahdi. These two may be delusional but, IMO, their effort to claim the mantle of the "Hidden Imam" will have resonance in hardline Shia circles.

And bragging is always a hit with the muslim faithful.