Retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Davis said the United States has found itself in a serious predicament because of its inability to unblock the Strait of Hormuz. In his view, this situation increases the risk of further escalation with Iran, potentially even to the level of nuclear weapons use. He expressed this opinion during a broadcast on a YouTube channel.

According to Davis, even continued strikes by the United States and Israel would not reopen the strait, leaving Washington without an obvious way out of the situation.

He also believes that Iran’s refusal to yield to threats from US President Donald Trump could further escalate the conflict. In Davis’s view, such circumstances could push the American leader toward even harsher steps, including the possibility of using nuclear weapons.

Davis added that Trump, in his assessment, tends to favor quick and forceful decisions and reacts sharply when confronted with resistance. He noted that Iran has not shown any willingness to concede under pressure even after the strikes carried out against it, which, according to him, increases frustration within the US leadership.

The US-Israeli military campaign against Iran has now entered its second week, with both sides continuing to exchange strikes. Tel Aviv says the goal of the operation is to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Washington has threatened to destroy Iran’s military potential and called on Iranian citizens to overthrow the current government. Tehran, in turn, says it is ready to defend itself and currently sees no reason to resume negotiations.