Iran had vowed to retaliate. Now, it faces hard choices

Amid escalating tensions, the U.S. has struck Iranian nuclear facilities, prompting warnings of severe consequences. Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi sought support to dissuade U.S. intervention, but to no avail. Trump threatened further attacks if Iran rejects peace. Iran's military warned of retaliation, potentially disrupting global energy transit through the Strait of Hormuz.