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Iran’s Sanctions Resilience Tested | Philadelphia News

The U.S. is ramping up economic pressure on Iran, but Tehran’s playbook—built over decades of sanctions resistance—is proving resilient. With control of the Strait of Hormuz at stake, Iran isn’t backing down; instead, it’s escalating tensions with U.S. allies while quietly deepening ties with China and building a shadow fleet to evade sanctions. While ordinary Iranians suffer, the regime prioritizes stability over public dissent, betting that global oil market disruption will force Washington to blink. This isn’t a quick win—it’s a test of endurance, where Iran’s survival strategy may outlast…

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