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EPISODE · Mar 25, 2026 · 7 MIN

Strait of Hormuz Truth, Israel's Iran Push, Trump China Trip

from 4 Things To Know This Afternoon · host Erick-Woods Erickson

  Strait of Hormuz Explained — Not Karg Island There's a lot of bad reporting about Karg Island controlling the Persian Gulf. I break down why that's wrong and explain the real strategic choke points: Abu Musa and Siri Islands, and why Iran's geography makes control of the Strait of Hormuz so critical. Israel and Saudi Arabia Push to Continue Iran Campaign Israel is accelerating strikes on Iran amid fears President Trump could pause the operation. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is aligned with Israel and pushing for a longer campaign to avoid a destabilized Iran. Air Canada Crash Fallout Sparks Political Firestorm After a deadly runway collision in New York, Air Canada is facing backlash—not for the crash—but for issuing its apology only in English, triggering political outrage in Quebec. Trump to Visit China Amid Global Tensions President Trump is set to meet Xi Jinping in May to discuss tariffs, fentanyl, Ukraine, and Middle East tensions, signaling a major geopolitical moment ahead. Text ERICK to 33-777 for "Show Notes" and to stay updated on all things Erick Erickson. www.erickerickson.com https://www.youtube.com/@ewerickson  https://rumble.com/ewerickson  Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.

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