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CIA Report: Iran Can Withstand Hormuz Blockade for Months
A CIA report indicates that Iran's economy could withstand a naval blockade, specifically of the Strait of Hormuz, for several months. This assessment reportedly challenges the US administration's optimism regarding the impact of such measures.
8 May, 20:49 — 9 May, 03:26
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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual59d ago
Tehran could withstand blockade for four months, CIA report shows, as fighting flares
A US intelligence analysis said Iran could withstand a naval blockade for months and had not been forced to capitulate despite US strikes.
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Tehran could withstand blockade for 4 months, CIA report shows
A CIA assessment indicates that Iran would not suffer severe economic pressure from a US blockade of Iranian ports for about another four months
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