Donald Trump considers seizing Kharg island, Iran's main oil export terminal, as military officials assess the feasibility and risks of such an operation.
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Donald Trump may send in troops. Does he know what to do with them?
The island holds 94 per cent of Iran’s oil exports and could choke off the country’s economy for years
An immense armada threatens the regime, but it is not yet blinking
Donald Trump says he is willing to negotiate. He might be bluffing
Escorting convoys of oil tanker with warships may give Iran juicy American targets
Donald Trump must soon choose whether to attack Iran or beat a humiliating retreat
