Behind The Headlines

Heed the lessons of war

By Bunn Nagara
Tit for tat: US has responded by imposing its own blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, implying that it is in control and therefore victorious. — US NAVY/AFP

DESPITE bold claims and pious pledges by various parties in the Iran conflict, a lasting and meaningful peace remains elusive.

Blockading the Strait of Hormuz in particular has become a nuanced component of the conflict. Political posturing indicates what is at stake, signalling policy intent.

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