The American Empire Cannot Defeat Iran, and Doubling Down Only Worsens the Global Energy Catastrophe

In March 2026, the White House ordered the U.S. Navy to escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, a desperate gambit from a commander-in-chief who has just set the Middle East ablaze. This action has been met with strong opposition from Iran, which views it as a direct threat to its sovereignty and security. The increased military presence in the region has heightened the risk of accidental or intentional conflict, potentially disrupting global oil supplies and triggering a major energy crisis.