Trump threats, U.S. troop build-up raise specter of battle for Hormuz
The Washington Post • • world
Key Points:
- U.S. and Israeli officials now view securing the Strait of Hormuz and key energy facilities as the potential main objective in the ongoing conflict with Iran.
- This shift comes as ambitions for regime change in Iran and preventing its nuclear capabilities appear unattainable.
- The deployment of additional U.S. forces to the Middle East and President Trump's threat to destroy Iran's energy infrastructure have intensified focus on controlling vital energy routes.
