The Strait of Hormuz Shift: A Turning Point in Trump's Iran Strategy President Trump's approach to Iran has been met with skepticism from critics who label his strategy a quagmire.
However, six months into the conflict, it's becoming clear that Washington has indeed charted a new course – one that's slowly but surely gaining traction. The linchpin in this shift is the Strait of Hormuz.
For most of the conflict, Tehran has used this vital shipping lane as a bargaining chip, hoping to strangle global oil supplies and hold the world hostage.