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Trump threatens to seize Iran's main oil export hub, Kharg Island

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Former President Trump has threatened to seize Kharg Island, Iran's primary oil export hub, as a means to escalate pressure in the ongoing conflict. This island handles approximately 90% of Iran's crude exports and its strategic importance lies in its deep waters, which accommodate large oil tankers. While targeting Kharg could cripple Iran's revenue, such an action also poses significant risks to global markets and regional stability. AI

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Trump threatens to seize Iran's main oil export hub, Kharg Island

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Avery Lotz ·

    Why Kharg Island is central to Trump's escalating Iran threats

    <p>President <a href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_blank">Trump</a> is once again threatening to seize Kharg Island, <a href="https://www.axios.com/world/iran" target="_blank">Iran's</a> main oil export hub and a high-value target in the months-lon…

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