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Iran could emerge from the war stronger and more dangerous
The Islamic republic aims to set up a toll booth on the Strait of Hormuz. It may succeed.
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Iran's neighbours are horrified that Tehran may emerge from the war with practical control over Gulf energy exports and a new stream of income from tolls on ships using the Strait of Hormuz, says the writer.
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