The author reflects on the recent events surrounding the rescue of an injured U.S. Air Force colonel, who hid alone in a crevasse in a 7,000-foot-high mountainous region in Iran and survived without a weapon, tracking beacon, and communication device until he was rescued. Within hours of the rescue, President Donald Trump posted an ultimatum to Iran, threatening to open the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday, April 7, if they don't open it. This move is seen as a strategic move by the president to show that his verbal pressure comes with military might. Despite this, author believes that while the military action against Iran is considered a feat of courage and coordination, it may be seen as crucial as a crucial moment for the president's message to Iran. The author also notes that while Iran has rejected ceasefire agreements and destroyed a large portion of its ballistic missile launchers and air defense infrastructure, it remains a vital bargaining chip for the United States.