US hits 80+ Iran targets after 3 ships struck near Hormuz
What's new: Washington also revoked a license for Iranian oil sales, sending crude prices up more than 3% and straining the June ceasefire.
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#Kharg Island
Trump floated seizing Kharg Island, then pulled back within hours
Why it matters: Kharg handles most of Iran's oil exports, so any move there could widen the war and jolt energy markets.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times +1
Trump threatens to seize Iran's Kharg Island, then pulls back
What's new: After vowing fresh strikes and control of Iran's oil hub, Trump later canceled the attack and pointed to talks with Tehran.
CNBC, MarketWatch
Trump threatens strikes on Iran and targets Kharg oil terminal
Why it matters: Kharg Island handles about 90% of Iran's oil exports, raising the risk of a wider energy shock.
Bloomberg, PBS NewsHour