SECURITYJul 8 · 12:55 UTCDEUTSCHE WELLE

How Iran uses the Strait of Hormuz to pressure the US

Iran's latest attacks demonstrate its ability to disrupt shipping and energy markets, drawing in Gulf neighbors. The article questions how much leverage Iran has over the US and whether its strategy could backfire.

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