The Strait of Hormuz: Iran's Most Powerful Weapon?  | DW News

Hopes for a lasting ceasefire between the United States and Iran are fading. Instead of negotiations over peace, a renewed nuclear agreement, and secure maritime trade routes, military incidents are once again on the rise.  The United States has launched strikes against targets in Iran, while Tehran has responded with attacks on facilities in Gulf states allied with Washington. At the center of the confrontation lies the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most strategically important maritime chokepoints and a vital artery for global energy supplies. Shipping traffic is increasingly disrupted, and the economic consequences are already being felt worldwide.  Meanwhile, Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has remained largely out of the public spotlight. As tensions continue to grow, one critical question remains:  How far is Tehran willing to go to secure control over the Strait of Hormuz, and is it Iran's most powerful leverage against the West?  In this episode of To The Point, we examine the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, the latest developments in US-Iran relations, and the potential consequences for global security, energy markets, and regional stability.  For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram:   / dwnews   ►TikTok:   / dwnews   ►Facebook:   / deutschewellenews   ►Twitter:   / dwnews   Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie:    / dwdeutsch   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutsche... #iran #straitofhormuz #usa