Is Iran using the current war to cement long-term control over the Strait of Hormuz? One defense expert argues Tehran is leveraging the crisis to expand its authority over the worl

Is Iran using the current war to cement long-term control over the Strait of Hormuz? One defense expert argues Tehran is leveraging the crisis to expand its authority over the world's most important energy chokepoint. Reporting by @DanielleGreyman Link Expert warns Iran is turning Hormuz into a tool of strategic leverage The United States has not confirmed the number of mines laid by Iran, though a Whitehouse official confirmed to CNBC earlier this month that more than 40 minelaying vessels had been destroyed.