At night, the US conducted one of the most powerful bombing operations on the Iranian island of Kharg, destroying all military targets. President Trump stressed its readiness to respond to any threats in the region.
Operation on Harg Island: details of the strike
According to the President Donald Trump, The Central Command of the United States Armed Forces has carried out a full Destruction of military infrastructure on the island of Harg, which he called Iran's «pearl». The operation has become one of the most powerful in the history of the Middle East, the US leader stressed.
Trump also noted that, for reasons of decency, the island's oil infrastructure was not destroyed, although it is key to Iranian oil exports.
The importance of Kharg Island for Iran
Kharg Island is a strategically important facility through which about 90% of the ayatollahs' oil exports pass. The destruction of military facilities on the island significantly weakens Iran's defence capabilities in this region.
At the same time, Trump warned that in the event of any actions that would impede the free passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, the US could reconsider its decision on oil infrastructure and launch additional strikes.
Trump's message and future prospects
The US President emphasised that the US armed forces are the most powerful in the world and are able to operate effectively anywhere in the world. He assured that Iran will never acquire nuclear weapons and will not be able to threaten the security of the United States and the region.
Trump called on Iran's armed forces to lay down their arms to save the country from further destruction, hinting at possible further US actions in the event of an escalation.
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