Washington, June 17 -- A US intelligence report has indicated that Iran possesses a significantly enhanced capability to disrupt or effectively close access to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint.
According to multiple sources familiar with the findings, this development has reshaped how Washington views Tehran's strategic leverage, particularly in the aftermath of recent military tensions and maritime disruptions in the region.
Intelligence officials believe Iran has demonstrated both the intent and operational means to obstruct maritime traffic through the strait when it chooses, raising concerns that such a move could be repeated in future crises.
"We have now handed Iran de facto control over the strait - a weap...