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Trump Hints at Seizing Iran's Kharg Island, Controlling Oil Exports Amid Mideast War
Trump Suggests Seizing Iran's Kharg Island and Oil Exports
US President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States could "take the oil in Iran" and seize Kharg Island—Tehran's main oil export hub—as the war in the Middle East continued into its fifth week. Speaking to the Financial Times, President Trump stated his "preference would be to take the oil," raising concerns about potential control over Iran's vital oil exports.
Venezuela Precedent Cited for Potential Military Operation
The American commander-in-chief compared a potential US military operation in Iran to earlier actions in Venezuela this year. In Venezuela, Washington gained control of the oil industry following the capture of its leader, Nicolas Maduro. This comparison suggests a willingness to use military intervention to control Iran's oil resources, a move that could significantly impact regional dynamics.
*Source: YouTube: WION (2026-03-30)*
