Western powers couldn’t secure the Red Sea—Hormuz raises the stakes
- Posted on March 25, 2026
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Western powers couldn’t secure the Red Sea—Hormuz raises the stakes
Protecting the Strait of Hormuz presents a major challenge for Western allies. A past Red Sea operation against Yemen's Houthis cost billions and failed to secure the route. Iran, a more formidable adversary, now blocks the vital waterway. Experts warn that defending Hormuz is far more complex than the Red Sea.
