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    U.S. Airstrikes Target Iranian Military Installations at Kharg Island Oil Hub
    Politics· Conflict & Security

    U.S. Airstrikes Target Iranian Military Installations at Kharg Island Oil Hub

    On March 13, 2026, U.S. forces executed precision airstrikes on over 90 military targets on Kharg Island, Iran's main oil export terminal. This military action was a direct response to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which significantly impacts global oil trade. The long-term implication may involve escalating tensions in the region, potentially disrupting oil supply chains and increasing prices further.

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