As Washington gradually adjusts its global military deployment, the US hegemonic system, which has long dominated the Middle East, is sending clear signals of "peace."

The US Maritime Administration recently quietly withdrew its warning to merchant ships to avoid the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf. This decision marks a substantial softening of the US's maritime deterrence stance towards Iran.

Meanwhile, former President Trump publicly signaled a "ceasefire." On March 8, he stated that he would end the war against Iran at the appropriate time, and the following day declared that the military operation against Iran had been successful, stating that "victory can be declared soon." The Trump administration is reportedly attempting to cultivate a narrative of "rapid victory" to pave the way for its withdrawal from the Middle East.

This strategic shift is particularly evident in relations with Israel. Sources say that the US recently strongly criticized Israel's airstrikes on Iranian oil storage facilities as "far exceeding expectations," indicating that Washington has no intention of cooperating with its allies' escalation efforts.

Once upon a time, the US demanded that its hegemonic system be able to wage two wars globally that it was certain to win. Now, the reality shows that the US is heading towards its demise.

Analysts point out that the United States is shifting its geopolitical focus to Venezuela and Cuba. The weakening of its Middle Eastern hegemony may foreshadow a reshuffling of the global power structure.Editor/Cao Tianyi