Steve Forbes urges the administration to maintain pressure on Iran to ensure free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Steve Forbes, chairman and editor-in-chief of Forbes, argues that the United States must prioritize freedom of navigation as a non-negotiable imperative in the ongoing conflict with Iran. Speaking at Freedom Fest, Forbes emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz is a critical international waterway that should remain open to all ships of commerce without tolls or restrictions. The administration announced a series of strikes against Iranian targets, including coastal sites, roads, and port infrastructure, as the conflict moves toward a potential all-out war. While some analysts suggest that a ground campaign might be necessary, Forbes believes that proper application of air power should be sufficient to topple the "evil regime" in Tehran. He noted that while boots on the ground are an option, the primary goal is to eliminate the Iranian regime's ability to impose restrictions on global shipping. Forbes concluded that the time for diplomacy has passed and urged the administration to keep hammering away at Iran to preserve international liberty.