BREAKING: Iran invades Iraqi Waters, abducts 15 British Sailors

Nope, not a joke. Real stuff. Via PJM:

SHOWDOWN IN THE PERSIAN GULF: Iran Naval Vessels Seize 15 British Servicemen in Iraq

PJM Barcelona

March 23, 2007 5:30 AM

“It is stupid because it is an assault on the UK and EU - not the US. Therefore there will be little media or liberal sympathy. It was in Iraqi waters, which is the equivalent of an invasion on land over a border and capturing soldiers.” (Strata-Sphere)

“Doin’ what Iran does best: taking hostages.” (Allahpundit @ HotAir)

Fifteen British sailors and Marines are being held by Iranian forces. They were taking part in a routine operation boarding merchant ships in Iraqi territorial waters when they were seized by Iranian naval vessels. The sailors and Marines had completed a successful inspection of one ship when the group and their two boats were surrounded. They were then escorted by Iranian vessels into its territorial waters.” (Sky News)

Much more at PJM.