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Furthermore, the expert discussed difficulties in persuading international allies to support U.S. decisions based on potentially classified intelligence. Without incontrovertible evidence, the U.S. risks appearing unilateral, especially if Iran invites inspections that could validate their compliance.
Empowering Iran
Drawing attention to preoccupation as another issue, the argument was made that declaring red lines might empower Iran to time their actions strategically, knowing the U.S. may be less inclined to act during moments of distraction or crisis elsewhere.