Argues true Middle East peace requires regime change in Iran; criticizes Trump for lifting sanctions on Iranian oil shipments, which he says financed Iran's military.

Claims Trump was motivated by fear of rising oil prices, but the move was insignificant and counterproductive.

Supports a blockade: 'no Gulf Arab oil gets out, no Iranian oil gets out.'

Suggests this would pressure Tehran without attacking Qeshm Island.

Dismisses idea of regime change already happening; says regime is fracturing but ceasefire was a mistake.

Claims internal opposition is disorganized but could emerge if regime collapses.

States the regime must be replaced; patience is needed. Links Strait of Hormuz control to long-term higher oil prices.

Argues securing the Strait now prevents future closures and subordination of Gulf Arabs.

Says ceasefire, not negotiations, gave Iran a card. Immediate goal is to open Strait for Gulf Arab oil, not Iranian oil.

Advocates neutralizing fortified Iranian islands to secure Strait for maritime transit.

Details threats: anti-ship missiles, fast boats, drones.

Cannot put timeframe; emphasizes cost of not succeeding. Claims if Gulf Arab oil flows, prices would come down very quickly.

Argues simply opening the Gulf will cause prices to drop dramatically; world was awash with petroleum before conflict.

No. Regime change is necessary to remove nuclear threat.

Quotes George W. Bush on dangerous weapons and dangerous people.