"What we're not seeing yet would be any efforts by the Iranians to attack energy targets in the Gulf. We've seen some efforts by Iran to disrupt flows of transportation in the Strait of Hormuz. There have been some announcements by the IRGC, but they have not undertaken mining operations, speedboat operations, submarine operations. So, the Iranians appear to be, as of now at least, interested in restraint in certain areas."
Tehran conducted retaliatory missile and drone strikes against Israeli and U.S. military installations across the region, resulting in confirmed American service member deaths and Israeli civilian casualties. The escalation has prompted global powers to call for restraint while regional allies adjust defense strategies. Former National Intelligence Manager for Iran Norm Roule emphasizes the importance of monitoring what is not happening in the conflict, particularly Iranian actions against energy targets in the Gulf and disruptions to Strait of Hormuz shipping. Despite IRGC announcements, Iran has not yet conducted mining operations, speedboat attacks, or submarine operations, suggesting current Iranian restraint in certain strategic areas.
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