Iran Should Not Beg Trump For Rewards

Today, we’re diving into the escalating crisis between the US and Iran. With the Strait of Hormuz all but closed and global prices spiking, one key question dominates: why should Iran, or anyone, trust Trump? He’s already torn up the nuclear deal, openly says he doesn’t want a deal, and has even claimed the Strait of Hormuz is "US territory" . This isn't just bluster; it’s about control. The Strait is the world’s key energy chokepoint, and the debate over it isn’t really about shipping—it’s about who holds the economic and military leverage in this standoff. Let's unpack the real power play.Guest Info: Professor Jamsheed K. Choksy is a Distinguished Professor, former Chair of the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures, former Chair of the Department of Central Eurasian Studies, and current Director of the Inner Asian and Uralic National Resource Center at Indiana University - Bloomington.