Some volume will be sent via other countries- the usa, Venezuela, russia
Middle East countries will likely create new pathways. I dont see them being beholden to a crazed neighbor wishing to use the strait as leverage
Dungeon Crawler Carl said:Im Gipper said:
Tell us again how little you care. We believe you.
Sometimes bringing the peace requires a big stick. Pick up a history book once in a while.
The Israelis are clearly the "good guys" over the Muslim terrorist scum they are surrounded by.
Who provided chemical weapons and military aid to Iraq during their 8 year war with Iran?
Hint: the primary envoy was a former US Sec Defense
Do you think that might have a small reason that the Iranians chat "death to America"??
There are no good guys in this......quit trying to claim a moral high ground.
Overnight, the IRGC announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz via state media.
— Trey Yingst (@TreyYingst) April 18, 2026
Today, at least two vessels have been fired upon, according to maritime tracking groups.
Approximately 20 vessels have turned around, according to the WSJ.
🇮🇷 Alleged Recording by the IRGC Navy:
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) April 18, 2026
"We will open it by the order of our leader, not by the tweets of some idiot."
😂pic.twitter.com/2RnuCKBqZN https://t.co/YDnmJRFxdw
TRM said:Overnight, the IRGC announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz via state media.
— Trey Yingst (@TreyYingst) April 18, 2026
Today, at least two vessels have been fired upon, according to maritime tracking groups.
Approximately 20 vessels have turned around, according to the WSJ.
AGHouston11 said:TRM said:Overnight, the IRGC announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz via state media.
— Trey Yingst (@TreyYingst) April 18, 2026
Today, at least two vessels have been fired upon, according to maritime tracking groups.
Approximately 20 vessels have turned around, according to the WSJ.
One day after AGAIN !
Is there an exit strategy that Trump has out of this?
Hopefully this second deadline coming up soon will have a solution enough to exit this. Hopefully he has Lindsey Graham blocked on any further "advising"!
Who?mikejones! said:
The more iran tries and control flow through the strait, the more likely the world bypasses it altogether.
Some volume will be sent via other countries- the usa, Venezuela, russia
Middle East countries will likely create new pathways. I dont see them being beholden to a crazed neighbor wishing to use the strait as leverage
Eliminatus said:Who?mikejones! said:
The more iran tries and control flow through the strait, the more likely the world bypasses it altogether.
Some volume will be sent via other countries- the usa, Venezuela, russia
Middle East countries will likely create new pathways. I dont see them being beholden to a crazed neighbor wishing to use the strait as leverage
Largely agree but it's a matter of timing right now for the current issue. These things take a ton of time (for any measurable difference) and money though. I doubt anyone actually WANTS to do business with Iran even in the past but bottom line still rules the world. Putting up with Iran when they are not in a murderous rage is easier and cheaper, always.
Who?mikejones! said:Eliminatus said:Who?mikejones! said:
The more iran tries and control flow through the strait, the more likely the world bypasses it altogether.
Some volume will be sent via other countries- the usa, Venezuela, russia
Middle East countries will likely create new pathways. I dont see them being beholden to a crazed neighbor wishing to use the strait as leverage
Largely agree but it's a matter of timing right now for the current issue. These things take a ton of time (for any measurable difference) and money though. I doubt anyone actually WANTS to do business with Iran even in the past but bottom line still rules the world. Putting up with Iran when they are not in a murderous rage is easier and cheaper, always.
Short term- yes. The need doesn't magically go away.
But, beyond changing the leadership in iran, there are physical ways to isolate the country and insulate supply.
Dorm 15 said:
Just trying to keep things straight. Iran announced SOH open, the USA says they are still enforcing blockade. Then Iran says SOH is closed again.
LMCane said:
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The last time I checked, the irgc is an army. They are based on land.
Most armies tend to congregate their soldiers in large areas called bases.
I think it's time we start taking entire bases out with MOABS and other large ordinance.
Time to stop playing with our food. These people are INSANE.
We need to end them completely. Let the surrounding countries assume relevant portions of Iran after the dust clears.
Iran needs to cease to exist.
It appears the cease fire is falling apart.
— Wall Street Mav (@WallStreetMav) April 19, 2026
President Trump renews his threat to start destroying power plants and bridges in Iran. pic.twitter.com/C5tQA0RZBG
Dungeon Crawler Carl said:It appears the cease fire is falling apart.
— Wall Street Mav (@WallStreetMav) April 19, 2026
President Trump renews his threat to start destroying power plants and bridges in Iran. pic.twitter.com/C5tQA0RZBG
Trump is on a timer. The 60 day mark for the War Powers Act is nine days away.
Granted there's a better than 50% chance Congress will authorize continuing military action but politically/economically he really can't let this run into the summer.
He used the two week cease fire to ID targets, move additional forces into the region, re-arm, manipulate markets, and get ready for a big push.
He's going to bomb the absolute living **** out of Iran this week to try to force a surrender.......
YouBet said:
Agreed although I think chances are more 50/50....at best. Republicans are panicking about the mid-terms right now and this war is the reason.
I think it's more like 40-45% chance they approve anything further.
AGHouston11 said:YouBet said:
Agreed although I think chances are more 50/50....at best. Republicans are panicking about the mid-terms right now and this war is the reason.
I think it's more like 40-45% chance they approve anything further.
The midterms are likely a foregone conclusion at this point. Why wouid this be the concern if everything Trump has based this on is legit.
He has Levin saying Iran has to be finished. I'm sure the advisor Lindsey Graham is saying the same thing. Of course we know what BiBi is advising.
The Iran regime in their mind is winning. They likely are ok with resuming of bombing.
So here we are after Trump's multiple mission accomplished celebrations!
Quote:
I can't believe anyone to this day cannot understand the meaning of Jihad and their desire for genocide of ALL nonbelievers.
Dungeon Crawler Carl said:
You can ignore reality, but you can't ignore the consequences of ignoring reality. - Ayn Rand
What color is the sky in your world?
He's absolutely on a timer.
Global and domestic politics and economics are front and center now.
When airlines around the world start going BK because they can't get or more importantly afford jet fuel because of a war HE started, it's a major issue staring him in the face.
Dungeon Crawler Carl said:
You can ignore reality, but you can't ignore the consequences of ignoring reality. - Ayn Rand
What color is the sky in your world?
He's absolutely on a timer.
Global and domestic politics and economics are front and center now.
When airlines around the world start going BK because they can't get or more importantly afford jet fuel because of a war HE started, it's a major issue staring him in the face.
Jaxson11 said:
For whatever reason, Trump has a difficult time corralling Israel and treats them with kid gloves.
Windy City Ag said:
Given his track record, he will back down while declaring victory.
Anonymous Source said:Jaxson11 said:
For whatever reason, Trump has a difficult time corralling Israel and treats them with kid gloves.
Because when it comes to people like Netanyahu and global situations like this, Trump is out of his depth. The "strong leader" imagery he pushes out is 100% bull*****
YouBet said:Dungeon Crawler Carl said:
You can ignore reality, but you can't ignore the consequences of ignoring reality. - Ayn Rand
What color is the sky in your world?
He's absolutely on a timer.
Global and domestic politics and economics are front and center now.
When airlines around the world start going BK because they can't get or more importantly afford jet fuel because of a war HE started, it's a major issue staring him in the face.
I think keyno has devolved into thinking Trump is actually God Emperor and can do whatever he wants. Everything Trump has done so far is to try and get this thing wrapped up before May 1 because of that exact timer. He absolutely does not want to risk a domestic fight with his own party over this. Republicans are ****ting bricks right now. They want this over. Trump knows that.