Oh No! Not Barbie….

Guess drug smuggling, illegal immigration, arms trafficking and all the other things that most countries worry about crossing their boarders pale in comparison when you consider the possible problems caused by Barbie and friends.

No, I have not gone crazy, but simply can’t believe that Iran’s top prosecutor could get his knickers in a twist over a bunch of harmless toys. Granted, there are cultural sensitivities to be considered, but calling Barbie, Batman, Spiderman and co a “social danger” that is “culturally destructive” seems a little hard-line to me.

Funny thing is, I wrote a while back about the UN getting Spiderman on board to help improve its reputation. At the time I mocked it, but I guess this makes the decision even more laughable.