The Times of Israel·2 min read·medium
In risky gamble, Iran bets control over Strait of Hormuz can force Trump to bend
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Iran is reportedly leveraging its control over the Strait of Hormuz as a strategic bargaining chip to pressure the Trump administration. The move is framed as a high-stakes gamble intended to force a shift in U.S. policy.
The Strait of Hormuz is, by some accounts, named for a Zoroastrian deity destined to emerge victorious after a 9,000-year standoff with an adversary. Iran’s leaders feel their own victory is at hand and won’t require the same epic patience. They are ... [6262 chars]
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