Great Rewiring: US Supports Iraq-Syria Oil Pipeline To Erode Tehran's Hormuz Leverage
President Trump's naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is set to take effect Tuesday at around 1600 ET, after Iran attacked several commercial vessels, declared the waterway "closed until further notice," and exchanged multiple rounds of missiles and suicide drones with US forces.
Yet, unlike the opening phase of the U.S.-Iran conflict, Hormuz remains partially open as Tehran's leverage continues to erode.
At the same time, there is a growing sense of urgency among U.S.-allied Gulf states to launch a generational infrastructure buildout - from new pipelines to coastal ports - designed to reduce their exposure to the maritime chokepoint and bypass Hormuz altogether.
Bloomberg reports that the US is backing talks to revive an oil pipeline from Iraq to Syria's Mediterranean coast, creating an export route that would entirely bypass the Hormuz chokepoint and, in turn, reduce Tehran's leverage over shipping traffic.
US envoy Thomas Barrack has held talks with high-level Iraqi and Syrian officials and companies, including Chevron. The discussions also focused on rebuilding the long-idled Kirkuk-Baniyas pipeline.
Other options include a new pipeline from Basra to Haditha, with branches extending toward Syria, Turkey, or Jordan.
The report continued:
A State Department official confirmed the US government is supporting efforts by Iraq and Syria to enhance trade routes through rehabilitating the pipeline between the two countries and expects American companies to play a role in its construction.
Earlier Tuesday, President Donald Trump met with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi at the White House and said "massive" new oil partnerships will be announced this or next week.
Either reviving the old pipeline or building a new one would help Iraq diversify away from the uncertain Hormuz chokepoint that forced it early in the conflict to shutter oil production by 60%. Baniyas, home to Syria's largest refinery, is emerging as a potential energy export hub, with Chevron, TotalEnergies, TI Capital, and UCC Holding involved in discussions.
Less than a week into the U.S.-Iran conflict, specifically on March 3, we began to see the writing on the wall...
Surprising Fujairah is not a bigger oil terminal: it bypasses the straits completely.
— zerohedge (@zerohedge) March 3, 2026
Expect major infrastructure push here after the war. https://t.co/Do1gK7KBDQ
On Monday, the Financial Times reported that Dubai's state-owned ports and logistics giant, DP World, is planning to bypass the critical waterway with a new container port on the UAE's east coast in Fujairah.
We have detailed how U.S.-aligned Gulf states are increasingly making plans to rejigger energy and container supply chains away from the Hormuz area. This will only accelerate the erosion of Tehran's geopolitical leverage over the chokepoint.
Read the report here.
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- • The U.S. is backing the revival of the Kirkuk–Baniyas pipeline to move oil from Iraq to the Mediterranean.
- • This infrastructure project aims to bypass the Strait of Hormuz and reduce Iranian geopolitical leverage.
- • Major American corporations like Chevron are expected to participate in this multi billion dollar energy initiative.
The project seeks to create a reliable energy export route that avoids maritime chokepoints controlled by hostile actors. This move follows a strategic shift in Middle Eastern energy logistics to ensure stability through diversification.
Christian Perspective
Securing energy independence and neutralizing hostile regimes aligns with the duty to protect national interests and promote stability. Dominance over vital resources prevents the chaos that often leads to the suffering of innocent populations. A strong America ensures that Christian values are not undermined by foreign energy blackmail.
Implications
Reducing reliance on Iranian influence strengthens the American economy and supports domestic prosperity. Economic strength provides the necessary resources to defend the nation and uphold traditional order. This stability allows for the continued growth of the American family and the preservation of our heritage.
Broader Trends
This move reflects a shift toward America First energy policies that prioritize national sovereignty over globalist entanglement. It demonstrates a move away from reactive diplomacy toward proactive, strength based infrastructure development. Such actions counter the influence of hostile entities seeking to destabilize the West.
Takeaway
America must continue to leverage its economic and technological might to secure vital trade routes. We should support leadership that prioritizes the physical and economic security of the nation. True sovereignty is built on the foundation of energy independence and decisive action.
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