Another Middle East War, Another Historic Mistake - DC Insider
As the Strait of Hormuz once again becomes the focal point of international crisis, policymakers should resist the temptation to view military escalation as synonymous with strategic success.
The Strait of Hormuz is once again the world’s most dangerous chokepoint. Commercial shipping has come under attack. Oil markets are rattled. American forces are carrying out new strikes against Iranian targets while Tehran retaliates across the Gulf.
Even after discussions of ceasefires and diplomacy, the conflict has returned to military escalation, demonstrating how quickly tactical victories can dissolve into strategic failure.
Washington’s debate often centers on the immediate question: Should America respond to Iranian aggression?
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