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Live: Trump says he could seize Iran's Kharg Island as US ramps up troop buildup
US President Donald Trump said he wants to "take the oil in Iran" and could seize the export hub of Kharg Island, in an interview with Financial Times published on Sunday as about 2,500 US Marines arrived …
US President Donald Trump said he wants to "take the oil in Iran" and could seize the export hub of Kharg Island, in an interview with Financial Times published on Sunday as about 2,500 US Marines arrived in the region. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.
Key takeaways
Quick scan — what you need to know:
- US President Donald Trump said he wants to "take the oil in Iran" and could seize the export hub of Kharg Island, in an interview with Financial Times published on Sunday as about…
- Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.
Background
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- US Marines arrived in the region. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments. US President Donald Trump said he wants to "take the oil in Iran" and could seize the export hub of Kharg Island, in an…
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Why it matters
Why readers and decision-makers should care:
- US President Donald Trump said he wants to "take the oil in Iran" and could seize the export hub of Kharg Island, in an interview with Financial Times published on Sunday as about…
- Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.