ahh, but about 70% of those ships were russian or china linked.
so, they are allowing their allies through.
no matter what you or trump or cent com says, iran controls the strait, and our navy has to stay at a distance iran cannot strike with drones and missiles.
lol, ya... during an EPIC INFORMATION WAR let's just listen to the Iranian and TDS Talking Points and at the same time just ignore every Credible Source and REAL Outcomes and Assessments and Expert Perspectives who actually UNDERSTAND's actual IRREGULAR WHOLE of GOVERNMENT WARFARE... AND THE ACTUAL CLASSIFIED STRATEGIC PLANS and OBJECTIVES....
The phrase "whole of government" (or "whole-of-government") is commonly used in US policy contexts to describe coordinated interagency efforts across departments (e.g., State, Defense, Treasury, Intelligence, etc.) rather than a single formal report title. It appears in broader Trump administration discussions around Iran strategy, sanctions, supply chains, and responses to threats—but not tied to a dedicated public assessment for the 2026 Strait of Hormuz conflict.
Context of the 2026 Iran Conflict and Strait of Hormuz
- In early 2026 (starting late February), the US and Israel launched Operation Epic Fury, a major military campaign against Iran targeting nuclear sites, missile capabilities, leadership (including the reported killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei), and military infrastructure.
- Iran retaliated with missiles, drones, and proxies, leading to significant disruption (effectively closing or severely restricting traffic) in the Strait of Hormuz—a critical chokepoint for ~20-30% of global seaborne oil trade. This caused oil price spikes, economic ripple effects (e.g., higher gas prices, inflation pressures), and shipping risks.
- A ceasefire was reached around April-May 2026, followed by a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in June aiming for a more permanent resolution, including efforts to restore navigation, nuclear inspections, sanctions relief elements, and de-escalation. However, tensions persist with disputes over control, routes, and compliance.
- As of July 2026, the US (via CENTCOM) asserts Iran does not control the strait, claims hundreds of vessels and millions of barrels have transited (with alternative routes supported), while Iran has made claims of oversight or designated paths. US naval and diplomatic efforts continue alongside economic measures.
US Administration Approach
The Trump administration has framed its response as a
maximum pressure campaign combined with military action, diplomacy, and economic tools to degrade Iran's capabilities, prevent nuclear breakout, counter proxies/malign influence, and secure freedom of navigation. This aligns with "whole-of-government" language seen in prior Iran policies (sanctions coordination, defense industrial base reviews, etc.).
Key elements from public statements and analyses include:
- Military/Security: Strikes to degrade Iranian naval/air/missile assets; naval presence and escorts for shipping; assessments of Iran's remaining capabilities (e.g., mobile launchers, underground facilities).
- Diplomatic/Economic: Push for MOU compliance, IAEA access, sanctions relief tied to behavior, and multilateral efforts (e.g., with Gulf states). Oil market stabilization is a priority due to economic impacts.
- Intelligence/Assessment: Ongoing classified evaluations of Iran's residual threats, rebuilding efforts, and regional fallout.
For the most authoritative details, check official sources like White House briefings, State Department/CENTCOM releases, or DNI threat assessments. Much of the detailed interagency assessment remains classified. The situation is fluid, with economic and security implications ongoing.
HINT: There are NO Arm-Chair QB's Nor ANY Credible Sources who are CRITICAL of the Actual Strategic Plan(s) that they have NEVER SEEN and can not possibly understand!!! Never mind having any ounce of Credibility in Understanding the Complexity of this type of Irregular Warfare that frankly they are completely ignorant about...
