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How Tehran still wields power in the Strait of Hormuz


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Iran’s naval "playbook" for the Strait of Hormuz is based on asymmetric warfare—using low-cost, high-impact tactics to offset the massive technological superiority of the U.S. Navy. Current Status (April 22, 2026): Despite a U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports, Tehran has reportedly managed to evade enforcement with "dark" ship-to-ship transfers and has recently reimposed strict control over the strait following a brief ceasefire attempt.

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