How do the elders react to tiresias' charge?

The elders react with a mix of concern and skepticism to Tiresias' charge. They are wary of his prophetic abilities and the implications of his warnings, often unsure whether to trust his insights or dismiss them as unfounded. Ultimately, they grApple with the tension between their loyalty to the state and the ominous truths that Tiresias presents, reflecting their internal conflict regarding fate and free will.