Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:10pm on 10 Apr 2026,Friday International
Iran demonstrated potent economic warfare during its conflict with the United States through three strategic moves despite not being a superpower. By leveraging control over the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran disrupted nearly 20% of global oil flows, driving prices above $100 and pressuring negotiations. It also targeted Gulf infrastructure using drones and missiles, raising economic costs for adversaries. Additionally, Iran advanced a “resistance economy,” bypassing sanctions via cryptocurrency mining and alternative trade systems with partners like Russia and China. The crisis triggered inflation and global slowdown warnings from the International Monetary Fund, highlighting shifting economic power dynamics. (PC: News18)
