Trump considers seizing Iran's Hark Island to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

LootboxPhobia · 2026-03-20T13:34:57+00:00

The Trump administration is considering occupying or blockading Iran's Khark Island to force Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The island is a critical location for Iran's crude oil exports, and any military action would have a major impact on global oil supplies. Government officials are evaluating the possibility of implementing such action after escalating military strikes against Iran.

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2026-03-20 13:34:57

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Investing.com - According to four informed sources cited by Axios, the Trump administration is weighing plans to occupy or blockade Iran’s Hakk Island to force Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This unconfirmed report caught traders off guard, and the global energy markets are reacting to the potential escalation of the situation.

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The island is located 15 miles offshore and handles 90% of Iran’s oil exports. Any military action against this facility would mark a significant escalation in the ongoing standoff around the strait, as a substantial portion of global oil supplies must pass through it.

Sources say such action would only occur after the U.S. further weakens Iran’s military capabilities around the Strait of Hormuz. An official told Axios that officials believe about a month of strikes would be necessary before attempting to seize the island.

This potential operation would require additional forces beyond the three Marine units already deployed to the region. An American official stated that the White House and Pentagon are considering deploying more troops.

A senior government official told Axios that President Trump aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and is prepared to seize Hakk Island or launch a coastal invasion if necessary, though no final decision has been made.

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