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Iran bets on US election woes to gain control of Strait of Hormuz

Iran believes it has leverage over the US due to dwindling American arms stockpiles, domestic inflation, and upcoming midterm elections. Tehran is betting that military pressure will compel the US to accept its control over the Strait of Hormuz. This strategy, however, is not without its own risks for Iran. AI

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Iran bets on US election woes to gain control of Strait of Hormuz

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    Iran thinks it has Trump cornered – but what are the risks?

    The Strait of Hormuz is, by some accounts, named for a Zoroastrian deity destined to emerge victorious after a 9,000-year stand-off with an adversary. Iran’s leaders feel their own victory is at hand and will not require the same epic patience. They are betting that military pres…