The U.S. failure to lift the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would be regarded as a strategic failure.

CNN reports that if the U.S. withdraws from war without lifting the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, it will be perceived internationally as a strategic failure by Trump.

CNN points out that regardless of any statements Trump makes toward Iran, the outcome of the war will hinge on the Strait of Hormuz, which is at the core of the energy crisis. If Iran continues to control the Strait of Hormuz, even though Trump may freely talk about "victory," stripping Iran of its "nuclear weapons," regime change, and everything else, the reality is that the U.S. would suffer a strategic defeat.

However, Trump cannot lift the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz through ground warfare. First, he simply doesn't have the time; second, he fears massive casualties among U.S. forces. Therefore, despite the risk of strategic failure, Trump will still rapidly pull out of the conflict. Moreover, many experts believe Trump could leverage his ability to twist facts and reframe defeat as "victory." Most likely, Trump will vent his anger onto NATO allies.

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