Trump's Strait Dilemma: Iran's Price Leaves Few Exit Paths
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Iran’s demand to control the Strait of Hormuz as a condition to end hostilities leaves the White House with few palatable options: accept Iranian control and set a dangerous precedent, escalate militarily with uncertain gains, or press for a long, costly stalemate that could keep oil prices volatile ahead of the midterms; negotiations are complicated by internal Iranian divisions, ongoing attacks, and regional mediation efforts from Qatar and Pakistan.
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