Former national security adviser, John Bolton, has warned that if President Trump withdraws from Iran without reopening the Strait of Hormuz, it would be a significant victory for Iran. The Strait of Hamidh is a critical chokepoint that carries a fifth of the world's oil transports daily. Iran has threatened to attack vessels attempting to pass through the strait without permission as it remains in conflict with the U.S. and Israel. Despite efforts by the US and Iranian leaders, Bolton maintains that the regime remains in place and its ideology remains unchanged. He urged Trump to further crippling the regime's leadership, stating that if they regain power, they would rebuild the nuclear weapons program, missile program, and the terrorist network.