Trump Says US May Strike Iran's Kharg Island Oil Infrastructure

LootboxPhobia · 2026-03-17T07:50:10+00:00

Trump stated that the United States could rapidly destroy Iran's oil facilities on Khark Island, but is currently choosing restraint and considering the possibility of future reconstruction. He warned Iran that if it interferes with shipping, he will reconsider this approach. The island is a critical hub for Iran's crude oil exports and has a significant impact on global energy supplies.

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2026-03-17 07:50:10

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Investing.com - U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Monday that attacking Iran’s Hakkou Island’s oil infrastructure remains an option after earlier military strikes on the site in the United States.

During a speech at the White House, Trump said the U.S. could destroy these oil facilities within five minutes but is currently holding back to preserve the possibility of rebuilding the country in the future. He added that this decision could change.

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Last Friday, Trump announced that the U.S. had bombed military targets on Hakkou Island, avoiding its oil infrastructure. He warned Iranian leaders that if they interfere with ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, he would reconsider this approach. Since the U.S. and Israel declared war on Iran at the end of last month, the strait has effectively been closed.

Trump said the U.S. destroyed all facilities on the island except for the oil infrastructure area, which he called the “pipeline.” He stated that although the U.S. initially did not intend to target these facilities, it would do so if necessary.

The president also said the U.S. destroyed Iran’s Breg vessel, noting that this move would help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. About 20% of the world’s energy supplies are transported through this waterway.

Trump expressed his expectation that the strait will reopen soon and reiterated his request for other countries to help ensure the safety of the passage. He pointed out that some countries have told him they are ready to assist, though their enthusiasm varies.

Hakkou Island is about 25 kilometers from the Iranian coast and handles approximately 90% of Iran’s crude oil exports, most of which are shipped to China.

Iran exports about 1.3 to 1.6 million barrels of crude oil daily, most of which are shipped through Hakkou Island. Strikes on this facility could remove these oils from the market.

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