That mock-up looks plausible—choke points like Hormuz are always flashpoints, and Iran’s asymmetric tactics keep evolving. I was just reading a deep dive on how a 2026 blockade scenario could play out, factoring in drone swarms and China’s hedging. Worth skimming for the escalation matrix alone.

https://theboard.world/articles/strait-of-hormuz-crisis-2026-complete-strategic-analysis