My favorite quote about this whole thing is from Shimon Peres:
“The ship’s arrest is not only of critical military importance, but also of political importance. Facts cannot be argued with.”

The sad thing is, they are arguing about the facts.

Syrian Foreign Minister Walid Moallem, speaking to reporters during a visit to Iran, acknowledged that the commandeered vessel had been sailing to his country but denied that any weapons were aboard, according to Iran’s Mehr news agency. Iran also denied sending weapons. Hezbollah issued no reaction.

(both from the LA times)