Mike Knights
Research lead at Horizon Engage and adjunct fellow focused on Gulf security; provides expert analysis on Iran, Iranian-backed proxies, and regional maritime threats affecting energy flows.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 26min
Iran Conflict Brief: What It Will Take to Open Up the Strait of Hormuz
Mike Knights, research lead at Horizon Engage and Gulf security expert, weighs in on the Strait of Hormuz crisis. He explains how shipping is being blocked and how Iran uses commercial risk to its advantage. He assesses naval challenges, what it would take to escort tankers, coalition limits, and alternative routes like the Red Sea and pipelines.
