Trump threatens to seize Kharg Island as U.S., Iran continue attacks
President Donald Trump has threatened to seize Iran's Kharg Island oil terminal following renewed military exchanges. The conflict has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to maritime traffic.
Why it matters
Escalating military conflict in the Persian Gulf threatens global oil supply chains and risks a broader regional war.
President Donald Trump said on Thursday (June 11, 2026) the U.S. would continue to strike Iran “very hard” and threatened to seize Kharg Island, Iran’s main oil export terminal in the Persian Gulf, after the two countries exchanged fire for a second consecutive night, jeopardising a two-month-old ceasefire.
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