F**K: Iran *JUST* Rejected Trump's Ceasefire
Iran has rejected the US proposal for a ceasefire, instead demanding a permanent end to the war. This stance contrasts with Donald Trump's efforts to negotiate a 45-day pause through Pakistani, Turkish, and Egyptian channels. Trump's previous demand for the Strait of Hormuz to magically reopen has not materialized. Iran, despite not possessing the same military might as the United States, is described as a nation familiar with prolonged suffering, which some believe strengthens it ideologically. This leads to the observation that increased strikes against Iran may inadvertently fortify the country rather than weaken it, prompting questions about the lack of widespread protests despite perceived vulnerabilities.
Iran has demonstrated its capability to inflict damage not only on the global economy via the Strait of Hormuz but also on American forces. This is attributed to cheaper warfare tactics, including AIEL cyber warfare, fiber optic drones, and small munitions like man-portable air-defense systems (man pads). An F-15E was reportedly downed, necessitating a complex rescue operation for its two pilots. The first pilot was extracted by helicopter, though the Black Hawk involved sustained damage and some crew members were injured. The second pilot, behind enemy lines, hid until a CIA disinformation campaign distracted Iranian forces, while a US Reaper drone engaged anyone approaching the downed pilot. Ultimately, Delta Force and Israeli commandos were involved in the extraction. This rescue operation alone reportedly resulted in the loss of four additional aircraft.
