[thackney]

[nathanbedford]

It is not just the availability of oil in absolute terms which is of geopolitical significance, it is the perception of future availability which sets price. Hence perception of oil availability affects the whole world economy.

Moreover, it is not the actual ability to close these straits but the potential which affects the perception and the availability of oil.

Whatever military and naval deficiencies limit the power of crazed Muslims at the neck of these straits, that equation changes tomorrow when their master puppeteer, Iran, gets the bomb the ability to control the straits will be absolute, or virtually absolute. Then the perception become the reality and God help us all.

The whole of the balance of power in the area will be stood on its head. The economy of the world can be stood on its head. To counteract this we have the magnificent American Navy but it is of no use when you have this commander in chief.

[TalBlack]

“Energy routes”. So make new ones and forget about these crapholes.

[DaveA37]

“Analysts doubt that Iranian-backed Houthi militants have the modern weaponry needed to close the strait or cause any serious disruption to shipping in the area.”...........

They may not have the weaponry TODAY but remember that odumbo has a pen and a phone. He has supported “rebels” before and will more than likely do it again if it benefits him in anyway.

[Texas Eagle]

Frack 'em and Keystone 'em. That's what I say.

Make them irrelevant.