Valuetainment “Demolished Iran’s Capabilities” - Strait Of Hormuz SAVED As 22 Nations MOBILIZE To Secure Oil Route
Mar 23, 2026
Vincent 'Vinny' Oshana, a strategic commentator probing endgames. Adam Sosnick, analyst warning about Iran’s proxy tactics. Tom Ellsworth, commentator tracking global posturing. Victor Davis Hanson, classical historian linking past to present. They debate Iran’s weakening regime, 22+ nations mobilizing to secure the Strait of Hormuz, shifting alliances, and what true victory or governance might look like.
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Global Momentum Signals Iran May Be Losing
- Victor Davis Hanson argues global actors believe Iran's regime is losing because Europeans and Gulf states are now willing to engage, signaling a perceived turning point.
- He points to Al Jazeera praising U.S. strikes and presence of A-10s and Apaches as evidence Iran lacks air defense and allies expect the U.S. to finish the job.
Multi-Nation Alignment Prepares For Post-Conflict Order
- Tom Ellsworth agrees the international alignment of some 23 nations shows directional movement toward ending Iran's coercive behavior.
- He notes Europeans, Gulf states, and even Qatar repositioning (asking Hamas to leave) as preparatory moves for a post-conflict order.
22 Nations Commit To Securing The Strait Of Hormuz
- Over 20 countries publicly offered to help keep the Strait of Hormuz open, condemning Iran's attacks on civilian shipping and energy infrastructure.
- The joint statement names Australia, UK, France, Germany, Japan, UAE and others calling on Iran to stop mining and blockading shipping.