Washington(The COW News Digital)Former U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that one of the most powerful bombing operations in the history of the Middle East was carried out against Iran’s strategic Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf.
According to international media reports, Trump stated that the United States military conducted large-scale airstrikes targeting military facilities on the island. The operation was reportedly carried out under the command of United States Central Command (CENTCOM), which oversees American military activities across the Middle East.
Trump claimed that the strikes were highly precise and resulted in the destruction of all designated military targets on the island. He described the operation as one of the most intense bombing campaigns ever witnessed in the region, highlighting the scale and strategic significance of the mission.
Kharg Island holds enormous importance for Iran as it serves as the country’s primary oil export hub. Located in the Persian Gulf, the island handles nearly 90 percent of Iran’s crude oil exports. Due to its critical role in the country’s energy infrastructure, any military activity around the island is closely watched by global markets and security analysts.
Despite the scale of the reported strikes, Trump said oil facilities on Kharg Island were not targeted during the operation. However, he warned that the situation could escalate if Iran attempts to disrupt maritime traffic in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical shipping routes for oil transportation, linking the Persian Gulf to international waters. A significant portion of the world’s oil supply passes through this narrow waterway each day, making it a focal point of global economic and geopolitical interest.
Trump emphasized that any attempt by Iran to block or interfere with shipping in the Strait of Hormuz could prompt further military action, including strikes on oil infrastructure.
Regional tensions have been rising amid ongoing confrontations involving Iran, the United States, and its allies in the Middle East. Analysts say developments around Kharg Island and the Strait of Hormuz could have far-reaching implications not only for regional security but also for global energy markets.
Observers are closely monitoring the situation as diplomatic and military signals continue to shape the rapidly evolving crisis in the region.
