How the Strait of Hormuz Conflict Is Elevating Iran to Global Power
In the past, global influence seemed to rest with the United States, China and Russia. Today, the war in the Strait of Hormuz has given Iran outsized leverage over world energy markets. By threatening attacks on tankers—even without fully closing the waterway—Iran has driven shipping traffic down more than 90 percent. Insurers withdrew coverage, freight rates spiked and Gulf exporters began to worry about revenue and stability. French President Macron even admitted that only Iran can guarantee safe passage through the strait. If this standoff endures, Gulf states may shift their loyalties toward Tehran. I believe this marks Iran’s rise as a fourth global center of power. Some Nigerian Christians may disagree, but the strategic facts make the case clear.
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