Afghanistan, March 30 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has said Washington could take control of Iran's oil resources, including Kharg Island, the country's main oil export terminal, in remarks that sharply raised tensions across the Gulf.
Trump said in an interview with the Financial Times that the United States was considering a strategy similar to its approach in Venezuela, arguing that long-term control over oil infrastructure could serve American interests. He said Iran's defenses around Kharg Island were weak and suggested U.S. forces could seize the island if necessary.
His comments came as Iranian officials warned that signs of preparation for a possible U.S. ground operation were increasing, cautioning that any attempt to escalate ...