Trump's decision to order strikes on Kharg Island has pushed one of the world's most critical oil hubs into the center of the escalating U.S.-Iran conflict.
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Mar 16, 2026
Why Trump has his sights on Iran's Kharg Island — and what it means for the oil market
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