Trump has no good options regarding Iran: if he escalates with more bombing runs, Iran will likely respond by damaging more oil installations, raising oil prices; if he declares victory and withdraws, the Strait of Hormuz will likely remain closed.
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Zanny Minton BeddoesEvidence Quote
“President Trump, if he tries to escalate... Iran... will damage more oil installations. The price of oil will go higher. If he somehow declares victory and moves away, then the straits are likely to stay closed.”
Created: 8/12/2026, 5:52:17 PM
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