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The operation’s success signals military competence, but it also exposes vulnerabilities. If Iran retaliates with attacks on U.S. bases or even U.S. soil, the risks of escalation escalate dramatically. The key questions revolve around whether Iran will interpret this surgical strike as a sign of weakness or strength and how the Iranian regime perceives U.S. intentions—particularly given recent statements from Trump denying any desire for regime change, focusing solely on nuclear disarmament.