I continue to be disturbed by people who go to places like Iran and NK as tourists or as in this case, doctorate “research.” They must understand the risk involved. Also, what kind of research was this guy involved in???
1. They are egomaniacs.
2. Even though they are TOLD about the dangers they'll face, they see life through a fog of their own self-consequence.
3. They are stupid.
4. They know NOTHING of the Middle East--NOTHING!
5. They deserve everything they get.