Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Iran's Kharg Island, energy sites

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US President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran's energy infrastructure, including Kharg Island, if Tehran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This statement was made via social media on March 30, 2026, indicating a potential military response to maritime trade disruptions.

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