US intelligence agencies believe that Iran has the ability to close the Strait of Hormuz at any time, which gives Tehran a powerful tool to influence the global economy.
Modern.az reports that CNN spread information about this, citing sources.
According to sources, although work is underway on an agreement to keep the strait open, Iran demonstrated its ability to restrict access to the main sea artery during the recent conflict. US intelligence believes that Tehran may use this leverage in the future.
One of the sources familiar with the intelligence community's assessments told CNN that the US has effectively ceded control of the strait to Iran, and this means of influence has given Tehran a strategic advantage.
