In the latest convoluted twist of international diplomacy, the political stage is ablaze once more, and it isn’t an award show or reality TV—though it might as well be with all the drama unfolding. Senator Josh Hawley has weighed in on the latest development in the saga with Iran, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. This time, the focus is the reopening of a strait, buried nuclear programs, and, of course, oil—the black gold that keeps the world spinning. It’s a complex chess match, but Hawley’s remarks are more about celebrating the president’s achievements than deciphering the rules of the game.

First up on the checklist of Herculean achievements, according to Hawley, is the reopening of the strait. For those who aren’t keen on globetrotting geography, that means smoother sailing for trade, which is a fancy way of saying cheaper gas and fertilizer prices. Apparently, nothing says “American prosperity” like affordable fertilizer. The senator from Missouri is optimistic, perhaps even overly so, about the benefits these developments could bring to the heartland and beyond. One might argue that relief at the pump could be helpful for every corner of the country, making the reopening a win-win situation—if only it were as simple as it sounds.

That brings us to another topic dear to the hearts of many Americans—and every action movie plot in history—the Iranian nuclear program. According to the reports, the program is buried so deep underground it might as well be in China. Hawley gleefully supports this development, convinced it is a permanent solution. He calls it a significant presidential achievement, though not everyone in Washington concurs. After all, Iran and trustworthiness aren’t exactly words often found in the same sentence; history has proven that it’s unwise to let one’s guard down with this formidable player.

Speaking of trust issues, it seems like Senator Ted Cruz is channeling his inner skeptic. He raises concerns about the wisdom of economic dealings with a nation that historically hasn’t made buddies very easily. He’s rightfully fretful about funds being potentially funneled into nefarious activities instead of noble purposes. After all, the prospect of Iran selling oil openly doesn’t exactly sit well with folks who worry about where those profits might end up. As the cynics stay vigilant, Hawley remains focused on preventing any economic windfall from turning investors into unwitting benefactors of unruly behavior.

Then, there’s the question of America’s standing on the global stage. Critics have long argued that America’s allies might be eye-rolling all the way across the ocean anytime the phrase “Make America Great Again” echoes across the Atlantic. Yet, despite these ominous warnings of alienation, the G7 summit vision is filled with repeated attempts by world leaders to cozy up to the commander-in-chief. It’s almost like watching prom night from afar—everyone wants a moment on the dance floor with the United States, perhaps because, as Hawley puts it, they recognize the unparalleled strength in Uncle Sam’s arsenal.

In the end, how this all pans out remains a mystery, wrapped in diplomatic jargon and dressed in political agendas. But Hawley’s enthusiasm about getting what he calls “big wins” is unmistakable, even if the full playbook is yet to be revealed. From reopening straits to squashing nuclear ambitions, the moves are bold, if not shrouded in some wholesome bravado. While skeptics sip their tea, waiting for the next plot twist, some Republican voices remain steadfastly confident in the president’s knack for negotiation. Only time, and perhaps another late-night news update, will reveal what this latest chapter in international relations truly holds.