Pakistan TV Global — Perspective: U.S.–Iran War, Hormuz and the Search for a Way Out

Dean Mikkelsen joins Pakistan TV Global's Perspective to discuss the economic and strategic costs of the U.S.–Iran war, disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, military readiness, sanctions and prospects for diplomacy.

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Kristian Alexander

Dr. Kristian Alexander is a geopolitical analyst and former senior fellow at Rabdan Security & Defence Institute and TRENDS Research & Advisory. He previously taught international relations and security studies at Zayed University and UOW Dubai.

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Articles by Kristian Alexander

Analysis, commentary, reports and selected work by Kristian Alexander.

Analysis

The Strait of Hormuz's Paradox: When Strategic Leverage Becomes a Strategic Liability

Weaponising Hormuz accelerates alternative corridors, gradually eroding Iran’s greatest strategic leverage.

Jul 13, 2026

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Pakistan TV Global — Perspective: U.S.–Iran War, Hormuz and the Search for a Way Out

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Kristian Alexander

Articles by Kristian Alexander

The Strait of Hormuz's Paradox: When Strategic Leverage Becomes a Strategic Liability