US diplomat: Iran has convinced neighboring countries that the US cannot protect you!
Former US diplomat Ches Freeman:
🔹 We have been trying for eight months to get out of the crisis we created ourselves, but we failed - and it is doubtful that we will succeed. So, when Iran says it will take over the strait, you better take them seriously.
🔹Iran will ensure its security through military means - something it has done quite effectively so far.