U.S. Invites Iran for Hot Dogs and Fireworks

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U.S. Invites Iran for Hot Dogs and Fireworks

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After a three-decade ban, U.S. embassies will be allowed to invite Iranian officials to come celebrate America’s declaration of independence from Britain and its overpriced tea. Substantive conversations still aren’t allowed, but the BBC reports that “small talk” is a go.

BBC:

The two countries have no diplomatic relations and the ban on substantive discussions remains in place, but this 4 July American diplomats will be allowed to go beyond the courtesy handshake and engage in small talk with their Iranian counterparts.

The move is in line with the Obama administration’s attempts to engage diplomatically with America’s long-time foe.

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By PatrickHenry, June 5, 2009 at 5:39 pm Link to this comment

I’d pay to see Ahmadinhejad eat a Hebrew National while they set off some of those Palestinian Home mades.

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By Purple Girl, June 3, 2009 at 7:16 am Link to this comment

One small Step towards Diplomacy, perhaps leading to one large leap for Humanity.
don’t just limit the ammendities to the poor culinary offerings of the Brits- Be sure to have not just ketchup & mustard, but relish, onions, kraut and chili…- given them the Freedom to Choose their toppings!Adn Don’t forget all the side salads, fries,and Beer either!

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