America Just Took Aim At The Source Of Iran’s Power
The United States on Tuesday intensified its campaign against Kharg Island, underscoring its role as a critical center of gravity in the war with Iran.Kharg Island is not merely a piece of land; it is the “jugular” of the Iranian state. Located roughly 21 miles off Iran’s coast, the island handles an estimated 90% to 96% of the country’s crude oil exports. Its primary value lies in its deep-water access, which allows “Supertankers” (VLCCs) to dock — something the shallow mainland coastline cannot accommodate. With storage tanks holding nearly 30 million barrels, Kharg is the source of half of Iran’s government revenue.For the United States, neutralizing or seizing the island is a “silver bullet” strategy: without the hard currency generated there, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) loses the ability to fund its domestic operations, missile programs, and regional proxies.The focus on Kharg Island mirrors a long-held strategic view expressed by Donald Trump decades before entering politics. In a 1988 interview with The Guardian, Trump criticized the U.S. approach to Iran,...
By: dailywire.com
