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'Waiting for their arrival': Iran dares US ground invasion on Kharg Island

Iran has warned the United States of severe consequences if it attempts a ground invasion of Kharg Island, the strategic oil hub that handles around 90 per cent of the country's crude exports, as tensions between the two countries continue to escalate.

The Times of India

US launches Hellfire missiles at tanker headed for Iran’s Kharg Island

US and Iran traded strikes for another night after the 60-day truce collapsed

The Independent UK

US-Iran conflict expands as oil shipping through Hormuz slows

United States forces struck an oil tanker near Iran's Kharg Island terminal. Iran responded by launching missiles at United States military bases in Kuwait and Jordan. This military escalation has further weakened a fragile memorandum of understanding between the two nations. Commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has slowed…

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Iran launches retaliatory attacks on US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan

The latest missile strikes began when the US said it fired a missile into a Curaçao-flagged oil tanker's funnel after claiming the ship "ignored multiple warnings".

Euronews

Trump Says 'Sometimes You Need a Ground Campaign' When Asked If He'd Send US Troops Into Kharg Island: 'The Only Way You Can Negotiate...'

President Donald Trump did not rule out the possibility of a limited ground campaign in Iran, following recent U.S. strikes near Iran’s Kharg Island.

Benzinga

Iran-US war latest: Trump says Tehran ‘better behave’ as US launches second wave of strikes in 24 hours

Trump did not identify the US citizen, but said she was ‘wrongfully detained in December of 2024’

The Independent UK

Iran Parliamentary Official Vows 'No American Soldier Will Return Alive' if Trump Orders Kharg Island Raid

A senior Iranian lawmaker warns Trump that no American soldier would survive an attempt to seize Kharg Island, amid escalating tensions and military threats between the US and Iran.

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'Will hit even deeper': Trump warns Iran as Tehran vows 'no American soldier will return alive'

US President Donald Trump said the United States will "probably" carry out more strikes on Iran later Wednesday, warning Washington was prepared to hit even deeper and could take over Kharg Island if needed.

The Times of India

Are US-Iran headed back to war? What next after Trump's new threats

US President Trump's comments have intensified the US-Iran crisis with new threats. He is now considering attacks on Iran's power and water infrastructure. Iran has vowed a strong response to any aggression against its sovereignty. Gulf states are likely to push for renewed diplomatic negotiations between both nations. The situation…

The Economic Times

What if Trump actually seized Kharg Island?

Kharg Island is a small coral outcrop off the coast of Iran that handles around 90% of the country's crude oil exports, making it key to Tehran's economy.

Euronews

Has Donald Trump ruled out a strike on Iran's Kharg Island?

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (local time) that a possible operation to seize Iran’s key Kharg Island would be “off the table” if both sides sign an agreement to end the war, which he said could be reached “as early as this weekend.”

The Times of India

Trump’s Kharg threat, reversal show Iran war high-wire act

President Donald Trump considered capturing Kharg Island, Iran's main oil export terminal. This move would have severely impacted Iran's economy. However, Trump later withdrew the threat as negotiations advanced. The island remains a significant point of leverage in the ongoing conflict. Seizing Kharg would have marked a major escalation.

The Economic Times

Iran says no decision made on peace deal with US after Trump touts 'great settlement'

Trump said on Thursday that the two sides had reached a "great settlement" over the war and that it could be finalised over the next few days.

Euronews

Iran's Kharg Island is key to its oil exports. Targeting it carries major risks

Iran's Kharg Island is home to a terminal through which the country exports most of its oil

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The Independent UK

Why targeting Iran’s vital oil hub at Kharg Island carries major risks

Iran’s Kharg Island is home to a terminal through which the country exports most of its oil

The Economic Times

Trump's latest threats to Iran may collide with a hard reality

US President Trump threatens Iran with severe military action, including seizing oil infrastructure. However, the US faces a critical shortage of missiles and interceptors. This comes after extensive military aid to Ukraine and recent operations. The Pentagon is meeting defense executives to boost production. This constraint could impact the duration…

The Times of India

Invade baby, invade: Trump eyes Kharg Island, Iran's energy spigot

President Trump is openly threatening to seize Iran's Kharg Island, a critical oil export hub, as a drastic measure to force Tehran into a deal. This marks a significant shift from his previous anti-interventionist stance, raising concerns about escalation and the potential for a costly, open-ended deployment.

AAP

Trump threatens to seize Iranian island vital to oil exports, as ceasefire teeters

U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening major strikes on Iran and to seize control of its oil and gas industries as escalating attacks between the countries push the Middle East closer to full-scale war

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The Times of India

'Much like Venezuela': Trump says US will take control of Iran's energy markets

Former President Donald Trump issued fresh threats of military strikes against Iran, vowing to hit the country "very hard tonight" and seize control of its oil and gas facilities. The US carried out strikes targeting Iranian surveillance and air defense systems, with Trump warning of intensified bombing if Tehran did…

The National (Scotland)

Donald Trump threatens to take major Iranian oil terminal as fuel prices spike

DONALD Trump has said the United States will strike Iran “very hard tonight” and will take a major oil terminal on Kharg Island in the “not…

The Independent UK

Trump reverses course to say no new strikes on Iran after boisterous threats to hit country ‘very hard’

President claims Tehran is ‘in submission’ as he attacks press coverage of war

Euronews

US will seize and control Iran's Kharg Island and other key oil facilities, Trump says

Trump's social media post comes after the US and Iran traded strikes for a third day, pushing the region closer to the resumption of a full-scale war.

International Business Times

Trump Anticipates New Strikes Against Iran, Says U.S. Will Take Over Critical Oil Infrastructure

President Donald Trump anticipated new strikes against Iran and said the U.S. will be "taking Kharg Island, and other oil infrastructure points, and assume total control of their Oil and Gas Markets."

The Independent UK

Trump vows to hit Iran ‘very hard’ tonight and assume ‘total control’ of Kharg Island

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The Economic Times

US will hit Iran 'very hard' tonight: Trump plans to take over main Iranian oil terminals

Iran war news: US President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran. He stated that America will strike Iran very hard. Trump also revealed plans to seize Kharg Island and other oil terminals. This move aims to gain complete control over Iran's oil and gas markets. The US…

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