Leon Panetta, former CIA director, states that Iran holds control over the Strait of Hormuz, putting pressure on the USA.

Leon Panetta, former director of the CIA and Secretary of Defense, stated that the regime in Tehran uses control over the Strait of Hormuz as a weapon against the U.S. Panetta assessed President Trump's chances of ending the war in Iran, stating that it could continue for several months due to a lack of viable options.

Trump recently rejected Iran's negotiation proposals, and Panetta emphasized that additional military actions will not change the Iranian regime. He suggested that reopening the Strait of Hormuz should be a priority, but warned that there is no support in the U.S. for a massive military mission.

Panetta highlighted the importance of long-term negotiations to address the nuclear issue, criticizing Trump's negotiating team. He also mentioned that the deterioration of international alliances and rising energy prices are repercussions of the conflict. Panetta concluded that the U.S. cannot act alone in ensuring global security.