- Washington is increasing economic pressure on Iran through sanctions and a blockade, framing the conflict as a test of endurance.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tehran has about 30 million barrels of crude remaining for potential Chinese buyers.
- The Trump administration has begun developing a broader post-war strategy for the Middle East, though the framework remains in an early stage.
- Axios described an upcoming verdict on the administration's Strait of Hormuz strategy.
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“Tehran has about 30 million barrels of crude left for potential Chinese buyers.”