The United States is reportedly considering plans to blockade or seize Iran’s Kharg Island, a critical oil export hub, as tensions escalate in the ongoing US-Iran war. The move is aimed at pressuring Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route for oil.


US-Iran War: Trump Avoids Confirming Any Military Strategy For Kharg Island

US-Iran War: US Mulls Blockade or Occupation of Iran's Key Oil Island

Amid the ongoing US–Iran war, uncertainty grows over plans by the United States regarding strategic Kharg Island, a key Iranian oil export hub targeted in recent strikes with reports suggesting possible occupation or blockade as President Trump weighs military options. At the same time, the US has temporarily lifted sanctions on Iranian oil at sea to ease soaring global energy prices caused by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and conflict‑related supply shocks.


US-Iran War: Suspense Over Trump's Plans On Kharg Island; US Lifts Sanctions on Iranian Oil

The United States has temporarily lifted sanctions on Iranian oil already at sea in a bid to ease surging global energy prices driven by the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, according to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

The Treasury Department issued a “narrowly tailored” authorization allowing the sale of Iranian crude oil and petroleum products loaded on vessels as of March 20, with the waiver running until April 19.

Report: Trump's Kharg Island Plans Aimed To Push Iran on Hormuz

The United States is reportedly weighing the possibility of ground troop deployment as the war with Iran intensifies, though no final decision has been made. Washington is considering sending thousands of additional troops to the Middle East to secure key strategic locations like the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s critical Kharg Island oil hub. 


US-Iran War: Is Washington Considering Ground Troops in Iran?

US-Iran War |  Reports: U.S. Considering Plans to Block Kharg Island

If the operation gets an approval, more troops would be required, and the movement of three different Marine units to the region seems to be in consonance with the plan. The White House and the Pentagon are considering sending even more troops soon, a US official said.

Trump mulling Kharg Island takeover to force Iran to open Strait of Hormuz: Report

US-Iran War: US Weighing Ground Deployment in Iran?

Amid the escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has accused the United States of using drones to carry out strikes in several Arab countries. Araghchi claimed that Washington is deploying drones similar to Iran’s Shahed-type systems in attacks across the region in an attempt to damage Tehran’s relations with neighbouring Arab nations.


US-Iran War: Araghchi Says US Using Drones to Target Arab Nations 

In the ongoing US‑Iran war, President Donald Trump said U.S. forces have “totally demolished” military targets on Iran’s strategic Kharg Island, a key hub for the country’s oil exports, as part of intensified airstrikes. Trump also warned of further strikes — including on oil infrastructure — if Iran disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, signaling continued escalation in the conflict.


US Strikes Kharg Island: Will Trump Conduct Strikes on Oil Infrastructure in Kharg?

Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States may carry out more strikes on Iran’s vital Kharg Island oil export hub “just for fun”, rejecting the prospect of a swift peace deal with Tehran.

“The terms aren’t good enough yet,” the US president told NBC News. The Iranian regime wants to make an agreement, he claimed.

US-Iran War | Trump: Might Hit Kharg Island A Few More Times Just For Fun

US-Iran War | Trump: Strikes Demolished Most Of Kharg Island

US President Donald Trump said Washington may strike Iran’s Kharg Island again “just for fun,” while claiming earlier attacks had demolished targets there. In an telephonic interview, he also ruled out a deal with Tehran for now

'Just for fun...': Trump wants to hit Iran’s Kharg Island again despite 'totally obliterated target' claims

US-Iran War | Trump: Iran's Kharg Island Totally Demolished; Warns of More Strikes

Responding to President Donald Trump’s threat, the Iranian authorities threatened to strike the oil facilities of US allies if its oil infrastructure were damaged. Iran’s oil terminal on Kharg Island has been unscathed so far, according to oil market research firm Energy Intelligence.

US hit more than 90 Iranian military targets on Kharg Island: CENTCOM

Kharg Island, Iran’s main oil export terminal in the Persian Gulf, has become a crucial strategic point in the war. Disrupting the island could severely damage Iran’s oil revenue and war financing while also risking major shocks to global energy markets.

How one small island could decide the direction of Iran war

The United States has carried out strikes on military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island, a key strategic location in the Persian Gulf and a major hub for Iranian oil exports. US President Donald Trump said American forces destroyed military installations on the island while deliberately avoiding oil infrastructure.

Kharg Island handles the majority of Iran’s crude exports and lies close to the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints. Trump also warned that oil facilities could be targeted if shipping through the strait is disrupted.

Meanwhile, two Indian vessels are expected to cross the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the continued risks to commercial shipping as the conflict disrupts maritime traffic in the Gulf. The strait normally carries a significant share of the world’s oil shipments, making any disruption a major global concern.

US Bombs Kharg Island: Iranian Media Provides Detail of Attack 

US-Iran War | Trump: Military Targets on Kharg Island Destroyed; Shares Video of Strikes

Kharg Island: Iran’s oil lifeline bombed as US strikes strategic hub

US forces totally obliterate military targets in Iran’s crown jewel 'Kharg Island': Trump claims in new Truth Social post

Amid strikes and escalation across West Asia, one of Iran’s most critical energy hubs remains untouched — Kharg island. Handling nearly 90 percent of Iran’s oil exports, the small gulf outpost is a key link in global energy supply. Analysts say any attack on Kharg could send oil prices soaring worldwide — making it one of the most sensitive targets in the current conflict.

U.S-Iran War: Why the Conflict Hasn’t Touched the Kharg Island 

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf wrote on X, “We will abandon all restraint and make the Persian Gulf run with the blood of invaders. The blood of American soldiers is Trump's personal responsibility.”

‘BLOOD will run…’: Why Iran vowed bloodshed to defend its Persian Gulf islands, what makes them so important?

U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing a bold military option as tensions with Iran continue to rise. According to reports, officials from the United States and Israel are discussing the possibility of deploying special forces to seize Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium.

The reported plan could also involve securing the strategic Kharg Island, a key hub for Iran’s oil exports and a major part of the country’s energy infrastructure.

Trump Eyes Special Forces Strike to Seize Iran’s Nuclear Stockpile

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