| Take the tapings out the equation!
It look very odd that these Iran speed boats would drop barrels into the water near American warships. It could have been high-grade explosive. Was there any confirmation that these were indeed imperial guardsman or members of the Iranian army? If not these could easily be smugglers in fear of being boarded!
There are a lot of good explanation, just be thankful that not hawkish commander made any rash attacks. |