Iran’s small boats are not the problem. Our response to the small boats is the problem. Going out of our way to demonstrate “peaceful” intentions merely encourages them to push the envelope.
“Iran’s small boats are not the problem. Our response to the small boats is the problem. “
Thank you. It was also the problem of the French and English before WWII. If only they had fought back earlier or simply stood up to Hitler and Germany, WWII might have been avoided.
A little courage and an early lethal response works wonders and saves lives and money in the end.
“Our response ... is the problem.”
Precisely. Declare and enforce rules regarding right of way and clearance distances to warships and this nonsense will go away, or the Iranian Navy will. As in go to Davey Jones’ Locker. Their choice.