It's not back and forth. We are only responding if attacked first. This is a defensive operation and that's what's occurring here. Just about the importance of the straits for a moment. This is approximately a quarter of the world's oil trade, along with significant volumes of fuel and fertilizer that operate through the Straits of Hormuz. The Iranian regime cannot be allowed to dictate who uses this vital waterway. I don't think this is also being reported enough. Maybe you are reporting. I don't read everyone. (15:13–15:21)
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Asserts the economic importance of the Straits of Hormuz.
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