A Clear and Classic Big Test of U.S. Power

By Piri ·

The U.S. is facing a classic great-power test as it threatens sanctions to force nations to join its plan to starve Iran into opening the Strait of Hormuz. China and Pakistan have refused, while the U.A.E. has agreed, and CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Moscow to warn Russia and explore a broader deal.

Chapters

  1. A Test for the United States
  2. Nations Choose Sides
  3. The Broader Conflict

Adapted from Ray Dalio.

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