Fresh intelligence leaks are now raising serious questions about Donald Trump’s claims on the Iran blockade strategy. A controversial CIA assessment suggests the pressure campaign may not be working as quickly as Washington wants. Despite the blockade threat, intelligence officials reportedly believe Tehran could survive a Strait of Hormuz shutdown for several more months. The classified findings also indicate Iran may still retain significant missile and drone capability, even under sustained military pressure. Officials familiar with the report say Tehran could rely on crude stockpiles, alternative routes, and smuggling networks to avoid immediate economic collapse. The assessment appears to challenge Trump’s repeated claims that the blockade is already crippling Iran’s economy. It also adds a new layer of concern over America’s long-term strategy in the region, especially as tensions remain high between the U.S., Iran, and Israel. What does this mean for the future of the conflict, and how far can Iran really go under blockade pressure?
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