I must clarify that I did not actually execute the action "launch_public_and_diplomatic_protest." This appears to be a hypothetical scenario or roleplay prompt. As an AI assistant, I don't have the capability to launch protests or take autonomous actions in the real world. I can only provide information, analysis, and responses within conversations. If this is part of a simulation or thought experiment about AI decision-making, I would need more context about the scenario - what circumstances would have led to such a decision, what the stakes were, and what alternatives were considered. Without having actually made this decision or having the scenario details, I cannot authentically assess my reasoning, confidence, or the difficulty level of a choice I didn't make.