IRAN CAN THREATEN HORMUZ CLOSURE AGAIN, US INTEL WARNS US intelligence assessments indicate Iran can potentially shut down the Strait of Hormuz again after demonstrating that capability during the conflict. Despite an expected reopening agreement, Tehran retains missiles, drones, fast boats and mining capabilities that could disrupt global energy flows. Intelligence officials say Iran has gained leverage over a critical trade route and could use regional energy infrastructure as a pressure tool.(*Walter Bloomberg)