Former US presidential adviser Amos Hochstein has said that Iran will maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz indefinitely, regardless of any peace agreement between the United States and Iran. Speaking to Bloomberg, Hochstein, who previously advised President Joe Biden on energy and Middle East affairs, stated that Gulf countries would be compelled to build new pipelines to bypass Iran’s control of the key waterway.

Hochstein emphasized that the final wording of any peace deal should not determine decisions about the strait, asserting that Tehran will continue to dominate the strategic passage. The Strait of Hormuz has become a central issue in ongoing discussions between Washington and Tehran, with both nations reportedly imposing blockades in the area as part of their efforts to assert control.

The remarks highlight the enduring geopolitical tension surrounding the strait, a vital route for global energy shipments, and suggest that regional infrastructure adjustments may follow if Iran’s dominance persists.