Yeah, I don't think Iran is the big bad guy our government wants us to think... And that was an amazing summary, and thank you for taking the time to write it. 

Well, if Iran is getting a war no matter what they do, then I kinda think they should just attack with everything they have. Its existential. If it was me, I'd be mashing every red button I could find.

But of course, there is a slim chance for peace, so maybe another option will open up. Maybe peace can last until the US goes to full bitcoin standard.