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Get one thing strait: Iran’s tanker stand-off

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Tanker Tensions: Iran and the Strait of Hormuz

This chapter explores the seizure of the tanker Stena Impero by Iran amidst rising tensions between Britain and Iran. It examines the broader implications for international shipping security and the complex geopolitical dynamics involving U.S. sanctions, the nuclear deal, and Iran's strategic responses. The narrative reflects on how domestic Iranian politics and hardline factions are influencing decisions, making diplomatic resolutions increasingly unlikely.

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