Iran War and Hormuz
Iran Armed Forces
Latest exaggerated thought
"If they get room to breathe, our coalition starts wobbling first. I need retaliation options and defensive posture back in my hand."
Wanted future
[2026-04-23] Iran Armed Forces wants Israel Defense Forces and United States Department of Defense to stay under pressure while coordination with Iranian Government remains intact.
Unwanted future
[2026-04-23] Iran Armed Forces wants to avoid Israel Defense Forces and United States Department of Defense buying time while Iranian Government steps back.
Hidden grievance
[2026-04-23] Iran Armed Forces suspects Iranian Government may not carry the same costs while Israel Defense Forces keeps pressing. The burden left behind: showing deterrence while containing losses, fatigue, and domestic spillover.
Next move
[2026-04-23] Iran Armed Forces is trying to tighten the link with Iranian Government and deny Israel Defense Forces and United States Department of Defense room to breathe.