The Strait of Hormuz. Map graphic DWA
The decision by Donald Trump to impose a naval blockade on Iran marks a dramatic escalation in U.S. strategy in the Middle East. Framed as a show of strength following the collapse of negotiations in Islamabad, the move is intended to choke Iran’s oil exports and force political concessions.
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Majemite Jaboro
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