The Untouched Lifeline: Iran's Kharg Island Oil Hub Resists US-Israel Strikes
Kharg Island, which handles 90% of Iran's oil exports, has remained untouched by US-Israel bombing campaigns. Experts warn that targeting this vital economic hub could cause a global oil market 'tailspin'.
While some argue for destroying the terminal through which 90% of Iran's oil exports flow, others caution of a global market 'tailspin' should this strategic asset be targeted.
Kharg Island, located in the Persian Gulf, is arguably Iran's most sensitive economic target. However, this vital oil export hub has so far remained untouched throughout the ongoing US-Israel bombing campaign.
Experts warn that bombing or capturing the site with US forces would likely cause a sustained increase to already surging oil prices, as it would amount to taking the entirety of Iran's daily crude exports offline.
The island's importance cannot be overstated - it handles 90% of Iran's oil exports, making it a critical economic lifeline for the country. Any disruption to operations at Kharg Island would have far-reaching global consequences.
Despite the clear strategic value of Kharg Island, the US and Israel have so far refrained from targeting this economic nerve center. The potential for a crippling blow to Iran's oil exports is evident, but the risks of such an action appear to outweigh the potential benefits in the eyes of policymakers.
As the US-Iran tensions continue to simmer, the fate of Kharg Island remains a closely watched geopolitical flashpoint. The delicate balance of maintaining global energy security and economic stability hangs in the balance.
Source: The Guardian
