«Neste momento são poucas as empresas e cadeias de logística que querem passar no estreito de Ormuz»

"Right now, few companies and logistics chains want to pass through the Strait of Hormuz." Bernardo Valente, an expert in international relations, analyzed the escalating tension in the Middle East on NOW, marked by recent attacks between the United States and Iran. He argued that the American retaliation against Iranian targets, following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, resulted in a response against Gulf countries that host US bases. This situation has generated a partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, forcing ships to alter their routes and face increased insurance premiums or the payment of fees. The prolongation of this war of attrition threatens the global economy, with the risk of rampant inflation and shortages of fuel and fertilizers. Despite American military superiority, the conflict has not resulted in a strategic victory, and the stalemate in negotiations over the nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz remains. Bernardo Valente also addressed the war in Ukraine, highlighting the Goodwill Coalition meeting in Paris, convened to plan new initiatives to support Kiev. Simultaneously, the reshuffling of the Ukrainian government was discussed, with the replacement of the prime minister and the creation of a new diplomatic structure. This change aims to strengthen cooperation with the United States, particularly in the manufacture of defense systems, and deepen relations with Poland, Hungary, and China, preparing the country for the challenges of the coming winter, the expert argued. #MiddleEast #UnitedStates #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #GlobalEconomy #Inflation #WarInUkraine #UkrainianGovernment #GoodwillCoalition #AntiAircraftDefense #Geopolitics #GlobalSecurity #PersianGulf #EnergyCrisis #CanalNOW