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Trump Considers Action on Iran Oil Island
Trump has said the United States could take Iran's oil. He is considering sending forces to seize Kharg Island.
Kharg Island handles 90% of Iran's oil exports. No decision has been made yet.
The United States has built up a large military force in the Middle East. This is the largest such force since the Iraq War in 2003.
More American forces are still arriving in the region. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly said goals could be met without ground troops.
Klear Note — Kharg Island is Iran's main oil export hub. Oil exports are a major source of Iran's government income. The US military presence in the Middle East has grown significantly.
Key Terms 4
- Kharg Island
- An island in Iran where 90% of its oil is shipped from
- oil terminal
- A port where oil is loaded onto ships for export
- Secretary of State
- Top United States official who handles foreign affairs
- Iraq War
- United States-led war in Iraq that began in 2003