Pepe Escobar: China Just HUMILIATED Trump’s Blockade Plan - Iran Takes FULL Control of Hormuz
US-Iran tensions escalate over Strait of Hormuz blockade. Chinese and Iranian tankers defy US restrictions, challenging American enforcement capabilities. Discussion covers Islamabad negotiations, US domestic political pressures, and internal divisions influencing foreign policy. Iran retains strategic leverage via Hormuz control with Russian and Chinese support. GCC nations express concern over regional stability and credibility of US protection. European responses remain mixed amid ongoing NATO commitments. Expert-level nuclear talks continue with potential compromises emerging on sanctions…
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