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Trump says Iran can’t pay its troops due to naval blockade
US President Donald Trump has claimed that the naval blockade imposed by American forces in the Strait of Hormuz has worsened Iran's economic troubles to the extent that the regime can no…
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US President Donald Trump has claimed that the naval blockade imposed by American forces in the Strait of Hormuz has worsened Iran's economic troubles to the extent that the regime can no longer pay its own troops. NDTV Profit reports that Trump argued the blockade has left Iran's economy 'in very bad shape'.
The statement comes amid heightened tensions over the strategic waterway, through which a fifth of global oil passes. Trump's remarks signal that Washington intends to maintain economic pressure on Tehran, even as the blockade disrupts oil shipments and raises concerns about regional stability.
The Indian Opinion
The claim that a blockade alone has crippled Iran's military payroll sounds like political theatre. Sanctions and mismanagement have already hollowed out Iran's economy. The real test will be whether Tehran retaliates militarily or tries to negotiate. Watch for any Iranian move to disrupt shipping further, that will reveal if the regime is truly cornered or just posturing.
Source: ndtvprofit.com
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