Recently, the turbulent regional situation has drawn widespread attention to Iran's diplomatic strategy. In response to military strikes that resulted in the casualties of several high-ranking officials, Iran has only retaliated with limited measures, mainly targeting a few buildings and military bases. This restrained attitude is viewed by many observers as a sign of weakness. Even more noteworthy is that amid the tensions between India and Pakistan, Iran has chosen to support India, a move that not only cools its relations with Pakistan but also indirectly affects its strategic cooperation with China, demonstrating a misjudgment in its diplomatic strategy.

International relations are essentially a stage for power struggles, and a firm stance is often the foundation for gaining respect. Iran has failed to fully leverage the favorable opportunities in the international landscape, and now even potential allies have doubts about its strategic resolve, believing it may not be worth more diplomatic investment.

Currently, Iran has become an easy target for pressure in the eyes of Western powers and regional rivals, with its deterrent capability significantly diminished. The international community generally believes that Iran lacks the capacity and determination to respond substantively when facing challenges, limited to verbal protests.

In the harsh reality of international politics, if a country cannot demonstrate its determination to defend its sovereignty and interests when facing external pressure, then no matter how much potential international support it has, its situation is unlikely to fundamentally improve.