Commentary: Despite its best efforts, Iran won’t be able to toll the Strait of Hormuz

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Iran has used its ability to disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz as leverage in negotiations, but experts argue this does not translate into long-term control over the strategic waterway. The situation highlights ongoing regional security tensions.

Iran is using its success in disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz as leverage in negotiations. But leverage and long-term control are not the same thing, says a defence professor.