Trump threatens to occupy Iranian oil island, warns of new attacks

US President Donald Trump has threatened to occupy Iran's strategic Kharg Island and warned of further attacks, declaring a ceasefire agreement "finished" after overnight bombings. The statements came during the NATO summit in Ankara, where Trump said US forces struck the island—which handles 90% of Iran's oil exports—and destroyed a radar installation. Source: Infobae/EFE

Confrontation escalates

Trump stated that the US "very probably" will attack again tonight, and said he is not happy with Tehran. He also threatened to destroy bridges, power plants, and desalination facilities if necessary. Source: El Caribe However, he claimed he ordered not to hit oil pipelines because the US might seize the island: "We attacked Kharg Island last night and destroyed a part. I said, 'No, don't touch the oil,' because maybe we'll take the island." Source: Eldiario

Iranian response and global impact

The Guardia Revolucionaria claimed a joint missile and drone operation against US facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait, also asserting they downed an MQ-9 drone. Reuters reported that Bahrain said it thwarted Iranian attacks, while Kuwait activated air defenses. Source: El Caribe Oil prices surged: Brent rose 5.3% to $78.07, and WTI gained 5% to $73.95. Source: El Caribe The crisis has put the Strait of Hormuz back at the center of global security concerns.

What's next

The US offensive appears to shift from diplomatic rupture to open military confrontation, with the question remaining whether the attacks aim to force Iran back to negotiations or escalate into a wider war. Source: El Caribe