I have heard no fake news or panicans report on this! President Trump has put America first and is removing the Iran/Globalist Terrorist Premium which gives a huge discount to globalist CCP and India. It's the guts and then glory we need!
Shadow Conflict: How Iran Became Ground Zero in the US-China Rivalry
Beneath the headlines, the showdown with Iran is about far more than nuclear ambitions or regional rivalries—it's about countering China’s expanding global influence. In our latest interview, Edward Gustely reveals how Iran’s deep economic ties to China make it a critical link in China’s strategic ambitions.
Why U.S. actions in Iran are actually a move to disrupt China’s access to energy, technology, and key global choke points. We also cover how the “denial strategy” extends from the Middle East to Latin America—and the risks this Great Power rivalry poses to global markets and geopolitical stability.
Key insights from Edward Gustely:
•China’s Energy Lifeline: 80–90% of Iran’s oil exports go to China, pumping billions into Iran’s economy.
•$400 Billion Partnership: China’s 25-year deal invests in Iranian energy, tech, and infrastructure.
•US Denial Strategy: Disrupting China’s access to critical resources in Iran, Venezuela, and beyond.
•Battle for Global Order: The U.S. counters BRICS
•Supply Chain Showdown: Control over critical minerals and technologies for the future.
•Proxy & Pressure: China’s growing influence through Iran and its regional partners. The Iran Terror premium that delivers very low energy prices to competitive advantage to the CCP and keeps much of the world divided with the end goal is ultimately for what remains of the free world to be conquered!
•Non-Aligned Challenge: Countries like Indonesia and Spain face pressure to choose sides, as the US ends tolerance for non-alignment.
also a major factor is that when British and Brit-allied intel actors replaced the freedom-loving Persian leaders with the Ayatollas, the Shiite radicals got energized to fight for their beliefsmaking the Gulf a dangerous place
hundreds of thousands, if not closer to a million + of Persians & Iraqis died in the 1980s
1 reason for the war (AI summary) Fear of Revolutionary Export: Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein feared that Ayatollah Khomeini’s 1979 revolution would inspire Iraq's Shiite majority to revolt against his secular, Sunni-led Ba'athist government. Khomeini had openly called for Iraqis to overthrow the regime, which Baghdad viewed as an existential threat.
about 550–600 kilometers, 340–370 miles south of what some say is the “Mount of God” in the books of Moses, Exodus…. (Jabal Maqla or Jabal al-Lawz in S. Arabia)
Saudi Arabia is one of the world's top oil producers and the largest exporter of crude oil. Its share of global oil production (often used as a proxy for "supply" to the world market) varies due to OPEC+ production adjustments, voluntary cuts, and market conditions.In recent years (e.g., 2023 data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration), Saudi Arabia accounted for about 11% of total world oil production.
More recent estimates (around 2024-2025) show production levels fluctuating, with Saudi Arabia often in the range of 9-11 million barrels per day (mb/d), against global totals around 100-102 mb/d (including crude, condensate, and other liquids). This translates to roughly 9-11% of global oil production.
By pass the enemy's strength! HOO AH!
I have heard no fake news or panicans report on this! President Trump has put America first and is removing the Iran/Globalist Terrorist Premium which gives a huge discount to globalist CCP and India. It's the guts and then glory we need!
Shadow Conflict: How Iran Became Ground Zero in the US-China Rivalry
Beneath the headlines, the showdown with Iran is about far more than nuclear ambitions or regional rivalries—it's about countering China’s expanding global influence. In our latest interview, Edward Gustely reveals how Iran’s deep economic ties to China make it a critical link in China’s strategic ambitions.
Why U.S. actions in Iran are actually a move to disrupt China’s access to energy, technology, and key global choke points. We also cover how the “denial strategy” extends from the Middle East to Latin America—and the risks this Great Power rivalry poses to global markets and geopolitical stability.
Key insights from Edward Gustely:
•China’s Energy Lifeline: 80–90% of Iran’s oil exports go to China, pumping billions into Iran’s economy. •$400 Billion Partnership: China’s 25-year deal invests in Iranian energy, tech, and infrastructure. •US Denial Strategy: Disrupting China’s access to critical resources in Iran, Venezuela, and beyond. •Battle for Global Order: The U.S. counters BRICS •Supply Chain Showdown: Control over critical minerals and technologies for the future. •Proxy & Pressure: China’s growing influence through Iran and its regional partners. The Iran Terror premium that delivers very low energy prices to competitive advantage to the CCP and keeps much of the world divided with the end goal is ultimately for what remains of the free world to be conquered! •Non-Aligned Challenge: Countries like Indonesia and Spain face pressure to choose sides, as the US ends tolerance for non-alignment.
https://www.financialsense.com/podcast/21576/shadow-conflict-how-iran-became-ground-zero-us-china-rivalry
Saw this coming...or were told this was coming?
"Activated in 2026"
I believe you are correct Wulf...
Lol - it has been "activated" and operating since the early 80s. UAE has a similar one that has been operating since 2012.
Smart thinking... don't put all of your eggs in one basket..
How cool was that move!!!
Great updated graphic on who supplies global fossil fuel https://www.visualcapitalist.com/chart-where-the-worlds-oil-comes-from-by-region/?mc_cid=f5f262c950&mc_eid=2e427cf230
Anyone got history lessons on why Iran “owns” the strait
1/2 the strait. because it's their water.
https://www.britannica.com/topic/territorial-waters
they are just being assholes neighbors.
Then they can’t bother any ships beyond the center line of the waters
also a major factor is that when British and Brit-allied intel actors replaced the freedom-loving Persian leaders with the Ayatollas, the Shiite radicals got energized to fight for their beliefs making the Gulf a dangerous place
hundreds of thousands, if not closer to a million + of Persians & Iraqis died in the 1980s
1 reason for the war (AI summary) Fear of Revolutionary Export: Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein feared that Ayatollah Khomeini’s 1979 revolution would inspire Iraq's Shiite majority to revolt against his secular, Sunni-led Ba'athist government. Khomeini had openly called for Iraqis to overthrow the regime, which Baghdad viewed as an existential threat.
They don't own it. It is just that the geography of the strait creates a bottleneck that is covered on three sides by Iran.
excellent planning!
about 550–600 kilometers, 340–370 miles south of what some say is the “Mount of God” in the books of Moses, Exodus…. (Jabal Maqla or Jabal al-Lawz in S. Arabia)
Not sure what the "Activated in 2026" is referring to. This pipeline has been in operations since the early 80's.
What's the capacity
Groc says
Saudi Arabia is one of the world's top oil producers and the largest exporter of crude oil. Its share of global oil production (often used as a proxy for "supply" to the world market) varies due to OPEC+ production adjustments, voluntary cuts, and market conditions.In recent years (e.g., 2023 data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration), Saudi Arabia accounted for about 11% of total world oil production. More recent estimates (around 2024-2025) show production levels fluctuating, with Saudi Arabia often in the range of 9-11 million barrels per day (mb/d), against global totals around 100-102 mb/d (including crude, condensate, and other liquids). This translates to roughly 9-11% of global oil production.
Hmm. 9-11.