The Iranian army warned on Tuesday that Iran would bomb its own territory rather than allow US forces to occupy it, as threats of a potential ground operation by either side raised fears of a broader war across the Arabian Gulf.

Iran has warned the United States of severe consequences if it attempts a ground invasion of Kharg Island, the strategic oil hub that handles around 90 per cent of the country's…

Iran warns of strikes on US forces near its islands. Kharg Island no longer under Iranian control by July 31 at 1.8% YES, by August 31 at 7.0% YES.