"Its the best PR they've (The Iranian Government) had in ages!"

Only with regard to domestic consumption - internationally its a disaster for Iran, already partially isolated over their flagrant disregard for the terms and conditions of an international treaty that they willingly signed and agreed to abide by, this latest escapade has managed to further tip the balance of world opinion against them.

"Blair looks like he's out of control. What a sniveling whimp!"

I would say that in all appearances made so far Tony Blair and the British Government representatives have shown remarkable restraint. Compare their words and body language to what is coming out of Tehran, which has mostly been all threat and bluster.