Conclusion: A World Realigned
The strikes of 2026 have removed the ambiguity that defined the last decade of Middle Eastern diplomacy. By targeting Fordo, the United States has moved the “red line” from a theoretical boundary to a physical reality. Whether this leads to the “HISTORIC” peace envisioned by the President or a cycle of “everlasting consequences” as warned by Araghchi remains the most pressing question for the global community.
The silence that followed the initial reports has been replaced by a cacophony of diplomatic maneuvering. In the coming weeks, the world will watch to see if the “options” reserved by Iran are exercised in the shadows or on the open stage of conflict.
