Published Aug 26, 2026, 7:59 AM ET · Updated 3 months ago · 1 source

US sanctions on Iran are ineffective due to Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz

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US economic sanctions against Iran are ineffective and self-defeating because Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of global energy passes, provides it with substantial leverage, making US sanctions on Iran effectively sanctions on global energy and forcing the US to seek negotiations.