The axis of resistance is winning the strategic war "Iran's ability to survive the combined effort of the US and Israel to overthrow the regime strengthened Tehran, weakened US deterrence and encouraged Iran to adhere to maximalist positions regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear program. " —. The Center for American Progress, October 23, 2026 - ᅠ Iran maintains control of the Strait of Hormuz. Houthi forces opened a new front and killed 1,282 in Yemen and 20 in Saudi Arabia. China has successfully cast itself as the responsible global player. The United States does not win; It is hemorrhaging resources while its global rivals are reaping the benefits. ᅠ Subscribe to CSOFT Media for more information on the changing strategic landscape in West Asia.

The axis of resistance is winning the strategic war "Iran's ability to survive the combined effort of the US and Israel to overthrow the regime strengthened Tehran, weakened US deterrence and encouraged Iran to adhere to maximalist positions regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear program. " —. The Center for American Progress, October 23, 2026 - ᅠ Iran maintains control of the Strait of Hormuz. Houthi forces opened a new front and killed 1,282 in Yemen and 20 in Saudi Arabia. China has successfully cast itself as the responsible global player. The United States does not win; It is hemorrhaging resources while its global rivals are reaping the benefits. ᅠ Subscribe to CSOFT Media for more information on the changing strategic landscape in West Asia.