Iran’s strategy: escalate, regionalize, prolong

“If forced to choose between surrender and escalation, Iran is going to escalate.” Ali Akbar Dareini breaks down Tehran’s strategy, its grip on the Strait of Hormuz and the risk of a wider regional war. #Iran #US #war #LarakIsland #Hormuz 0:00 US strikes Larak Island as Iran retaliates 0:26 Iran’s response to the latest US escalation 2:26 Could the conflict escalate into a major war? 5:16 Iran’s strategy to establish deterrence 7:51 Who controls the Strait of Hormuz? Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://www.cgtnnow.com/featured/even... Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: X: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @cgtnamerica This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.