Military sites and 90% of crude oil trade: Why is Iranian island struck by US important
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Source: RT News
Published: 2026-03-16 02:38 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 90
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Defence, Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, Energy, Elections, Trade & Sanctions, World News, US Politics, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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US forces have struck military facilities on Kharg Island off Iran’s coast, with US President Donald Trump warning that a major oil terminal there might also be attacked if Tehran continues to block the Strait of Hormuz.
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