Russia, China Back Iran—How Hormuz Could Break the System

Russia and China are backing Iran as the U.S. attempts to control what may be the single most important shipping lane on earth. The Strait of Hormuz isn’t just a regional issue—it’s the artery of the global energy system. And right now, it’s being squeezed. In this breakdown, we connect the dots between military pressure, economic strategy, and global consequences—why Saudi Arabia is warning of a second chokepoint, how the U.S. blockade is actually working, and what China and Russia stand to gain. Most importantly, we examine whether this strategy can succeed—or if it traps the U.S. in a situation with no clear win. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – The Russia–China–Iran Nexus Emerges 00:39 – Why Hormuz Controls the Global Economy 01:18 – Saudi Arabia’s Warning: A Second Chokepoint 02:23 – The U.S. Blockade: What’s Actually Happening 04:10 – Negotiations, Oil Shock, and Market Fallout 07:44 – China & Russia Step In—The Bigger Strategy 13:40 – The Strategic Trap: Can the U.S. Win This? #geopolitics #iran #russia #china #oilandgas #worldnews #middleeast #ukraine Facts over noise. Context over headlines. Truth over talking points. FUNDRAISER: https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/easter-pysanky-trucks-2026-greg-terry-prof-gerdes