This page offers a detailed examination of Iran's naval tactics and the challenges they pose to U.S. naval power in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. It highlights Iran's use of drones, missiles, and asymmetric warfare to counterbalance the dominance of advanced military forces. Analysts Bryan Clark and Zhou Bo discuss how conventional naval strengths, such as aircraft carriers and bases, are becoming less effective against nimble and unconventional threats.
The discussion also focuses on how Iran, alongside groups like the Houthi rebels, leverages key maritime chokepoints to disrupt international shipping routes. The page further explores the strategic lessons being considered by major powers, including the U.S. and China, as they adapt to the changing nature of naval warfare in a complex geopolitical landscape.