Part 9/10:
Iran's Response: A Calculated Move
Looking ahead, Iran's potential response to this Israeli strike is pivotal. Should Iran perceive the recent military action as a threat to its nuclear ambitions, it may decide to accelerate its program covertly. Such stealthy advancements could lead to a miscalculation that, if detected by Israel, could spiral into larger-scale conflict. In this situation, the risk of catastrophic escalation looms large, especially concerning sensitive chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz, essential for global oil shipments.