X: Alon Mizrahi @alon_mizrahi 1h Again, Iran's strategic genius: they are disincentivizing participation in Israel's war (in which the US is but a controlled puppet); they are pulling countries away from US hegemony; they are forcing the world to maintain open communication channels with them, preempting any attempts at isolation; and they are making themselves the recognized sole power controlling Hormuz and the Persian Gulf. Very little effort, mind-boggling strategic returns. Iranian genius Reuters @Reuters 2h Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said the Strait of Hormuz is closed only to countries involved in the conflict, while others can transit with Iran's permission reut.rs/3NtwioN