"To the Iranians, the Strait of Hormuz now matters more than the nuclear program. The nuclear program was symbolic, but didn't provide them with any deterrence. Now, the only reason why they are surviving this war is because of the strait."
"Trump's unhinged and desperate bravado speaks to his lack of tangible accomplishments- or a coherent exit strategy - six weeks into the war he helped start."
President Trump threatened Iran with war crimes if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which is crucial for global oil and gas supply. His aggressive rhetoric reflects a lack of effective strategy six weeks into the conflict. Despite U.S. and Israeli military actions, Iran remains resilient and capable of leveraging its control over the waterway. Expert Vali Nasr emphasizes that Iran values the Strait of Hormuz more than its nuclear program, as it provides significant strategic leverage in negotiations.
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