U.S. Weighs Options to Disrupt Iran's Oil Exports on Kharg Island

President examines potential military action to seize control of Iran's strategic oil export terminal on Kharg Island, with potential global energy market implications.
Washington - In a move that could have far-reaching geopolitical and economic consequences, the Trump administration is actively weighing its options to disrupt Iran's oil exports from the strategic Kharg Island facility, according to senior U.S. officials.
Kharg Island, located off Iran's southwestern coast, serves as the country's primary oil export terminal, handling over 90% of Iran's crude oil shipments. Seizing control of this key infrastructure could severely cripple Tehran's ability to sell its oil on the global market, a critical source of revenue for the Iranian government.
Speaking to reporters, President Donald Trump said the U.S. was considering
Source: NPR


