The Iran Conflict: Why Military Victory Isn’t Enough

Is the blockade on Iran failing?

Wall Street Journal Editor-at-Large Gerry Baker dives into President Trump’s high-stakes strategy and the nuclear threat of Iran. As the U.S. military maintains a strict blockade in the Middle East, he questions the long-term effectiveness of the current campaign.

Gerry analyzes whether the current pressure is enough to topple the regime. He discusses the potential for a negotiated deal, the role of China and Russia in the conflict, and the public “scuffle” with the Vatican over the morality of the war.