On the 28th, the United States and Israel launched a military attack on Iran, escalating tensions between the countries amid ongoing diplomatic discussions aimed at resolving Iran's nuclear issues. This attack mirrors similar bombings from June last year, which had already exacerbated Iran's mistrust and hostility towards both nations. The critical question now lies in how much Iran, militarily inferior compared to the US and Israel, can retaliate in response to these actions.

Following the previous bombings of nuclear facilities, Iran had ceased its uranium enrichment and claimed to stop its nuclear development. However, the situation radically changed after the Iranian authorities violently suppressed widespread anti-government protests in January, resulting in thousands of casualties. This crackdown seems to have prompted the US to bolster its military posture against Iran, raising the stakes for potential conflict and retaliation.

In light of these developments, neighboring countries like Turkey, Egypt, and Qatar, concerned about the regional escalation, have facilitated renewed discussions between Iran and the US. Despite ongoing distrust towards the US, the suppression of protests has heightened public anger against the leadership in Iran, creating pressure on the regime to reach an agreement with the US to alleviate economic sanctions and improve the citizens' livelihoods, marking a critical juncture for the government’s stability and strategy.