Trump Vows ‘More Powerful’ Strikes on Iran, Eyes Control of Kharg Island

Central to Trump’s vision is the strategic prize of Kharg Island, Iran’s primary oil export hub responsible for the vast majority of its petroleum shipments.

“My preference has always been — take Kharg Island … my preference would be that,” the president told Fox News.

“We will be taking Kharg Island and other oil infrastructure points and assume total control of their oil and gas markets,” he added.

He acknowledged the potential challenges, saying, “I don’t know that America has the stomach for it, to be honest,