This is a file picture of Kharg Island on February 23, 2016./XINHUAUS President Donald Trump has indicated that he may send troops to seize control of Iran's key oil export terminal at Kharg Island in the northern Gulf. Kharg Island has long been Iran's chief outlet for its oil exports. Around 90% of Iran's oil exports pass through Kharg. This has prompted widespread speculation that either or both could be used to seize and hold Kharg. Then there is Qeshm, the largest island in the Gulf and 75 times bigger than Kharg, where Iran is suspected of housing underground missile and drone sites.

Source: The Star March 30, 2026 21:59 UTC