Iran can withstand US Hormuz blockade for months, CIA reports
🔴 Tension RisingTürkiye Today2026-05-07
A CIA analysis concluded that Iran can withstand the U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz for at least three to four months, raising questions about Trump’s optimism regarding ending the war. The report highlighted Iran’s continued possession of significant missile and drone arsenals and its ability to repair damaged missiles despite bombardment. Trump’s claims of Iran’s economy collapsing and currency devaluation are contradicted by the intelligence assessment.