US military not prepared to escort oil ships through Hormuz

The United States military is not prepared to accompany oil ships through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Energy Secretary Chris Wright as Iran continues to block the waterway. Despite Trump’s threats, Iran has successfully closed the strait, causing oil prices to rise. This crisis is seen as short-term pain for long-term gain, as the US aims to permanently destroy Iran’s offensive capabilities. Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has affirmed the continued closure of the strait during the conflict.

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