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Two more reasons why the US Establishment might want to prolong the war with Iran and keep the Strait of Hormuz closed:

1. The collapse or shift away from the petrodollar. Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz is leading to other countries moving away from the US dollar. This will lead to a fall in demand for the US dollar, thus decreasing its value. The significance of the decrease is difficult to determine. High international demand for the dollar has enabled the US to print more money without causing excessive inflation. If international demand falls significantly, inflation in the US could soar. This would hasten the collapse of the US economy and society. The shift away from the US dollar is also likely to lead to a shift towards digital currencies. Digital currencies are desired by the US Establishment for greater control. They can ensure money remains in the system, and if the currency is programmable, they can determine what people spend their money on.

2. High fuel prices are harming almost all businesses. Operation costs are soaring, and this is particularly true for airlines. Small and even medium businesses are struggling to survive because of these higher costs. Many/most large businesses are able to absorb these higher costs. In the short run, it hurts their profits too, but their ability to survive provides them with greater opportunities in the long run. For example, in the airline industry, larger airlines are buying out smaller, struggling airlines. In the long run, the surviving airlines will have greater market control and face less competition. They will eventually become more profitable. This may also enable the Establishment to have greater control over who travels and to where.