Iran's naval blockade has no legal logic, main goal is pressure on China: economic expert
🔴 Tension RisingTehran Times2026-05-09
Iran's naval blockade lacks legal justification and is primarily aimed at pressuring China. Economic analyst Musa Shahbazi believes the US is using the blockade as a strategy to exert economic pressure on Iran, potentially disrupting global energy markets and security. The White House is currently pursuing a strategy of political, economic, and decision-making pressure rather than military action.