The Duran
March 17, 2026 · 8 min read
IRAN WAR, point of no return. Larijani, Hormuz Siege, China Blockade
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Key Takeaways
- 1We are now on day 18 of what appears to be developing into a prolonged conflict between Iran and the United States, with Israel as a key partner.
- 2The conflict has revealed fundamentally different strategic approaches from each side.
- 3However, this decapitation strategy faces a fundamental flaw - it simply isn't working.
- 4The Iranian strategy stands in stark contrast to Israel's approach.
- 5This selective blockade strategy is already producing devastating economic effects.
Overview
We are now on day 18 of what appears to be developing into a prolonged conflict between Iran and the United States, with Israel as a key partner. What began as a targeted operation has evolved into a complex strategic situation that resembles what chess players call "zugzwang" - a position where any move you make worsens your situation. This is precisely where Donald Trump finds himself today.
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