On Friday, Trump announced that the US had bombed military targets on Kharg Island while avoiding its oil infrastructure. He warned Iran's leaders that he would reconsider this approach if they interfered with ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The strait has been effectively closed since the US-Israel war on Iran began late last month.
Trump said the US destroyed everything on the island except the area containing oil infrastructure, which he referred to as "the pipes." He stated that while the US did not want to target these facilities initially, it would do so if necessary.
The president also said the US destroyed Iran's mine-laying ships, a move he indicated would help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. About 20% of the world's energy supplies pass through this waterway.
Trump said he expects the strait to reopen soon and repeated his request for other nations to help secure the passage. He noted that some countries have told him they are prepared to assist, with varying levels of enthusiasm.
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