The ongoing conflict involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz has prompted Washington and strategic think tanks to analyze the confrontation. There is currently a race to extract lessons from the clash, with a heavy focus on logistical and tactical gaps. Military operations have highlighted specific shortages in munitions, interceptor missiles, and minesweepers. However, a recent analysis by Foreign Policy magazine suggests this focus is too narrow. The publication urges policymakers to look beyond simple equipment deficiencies. It argues that the United States may be focusing on the wrong priorities. Consequently, the strategic approach to the Iranian threat may remain flawed.