Iran faces a dilemma between restraint and revenge as Israel targets its ally Hezbollah. President Masoud Pezeshkian criticized Israel’s actions but adopted a more conciliatory tone, expressing a desire for peace and readiness to resume nuclear talks. Despite Iran’s critical support for Hezbollah, including arms and funding, Iranian officials have shown unusual restraint in their responses. Recent attacks on Iranian and Hezbollah assets have not prompted immediate retaliation, contrasting with past swift responses. This restraint is causing unease among hardline conservatives and potentially damaging the credibility of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC).