The US blockade of Iran is a gamble. Will it work?

The US military has implemented a naval blockade of Iranian ports in the Gulf, a strategy considered less risky than alternatives like seizing Iranian territory or providing armed escorts through the Strait of Hormuz. The blockade aims to cut off Iran's petroleum exports, which have continued generating billions in revenue while Iranian actions have prevented other Gulf nations from exporting their own oil. However, experts question whether the strategy will succeed, as Iran has demonstrated remarkable resilience and believes it can endure economic pain longer than the US can tolerate rising oil prices and pressure from Gulf allies.