Reports emerge of US-Israel strikes on Iran's Kharg Island oil hub

Kathmandu. Reports have surfaced regarding attacks by the US and Israel on Iran's primary oil export hub, Kharg Island. According to Iran's Mehr News Agency, the 'American-Zionist enemy has carried out multiple attacks on Kharg Island, and sounds of explosions have been heard there.'

A journalist citing a US official wrote on social media, "The US has attacked military targets on the island." However, a US newspaper, citing a White House official, stated that the strikes were focused on military targets. Another international news outlet, also citing US officials, reported that no damage was caused to oil infrastructure.

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to destroy Iran's civilian infrastructure. On Tuesday, he warned that 'an entire civilization could be destroyed.'

Kharg Island is the focal point of Iran's oil export system and is considered vital to the country's economy. The island is strategically located near the Strait of Hormuz, housing Iran's largest oil terminal, pipelines, storage tanks, and other infrastructure.

Previously, on March 13, it was reported that the US had bombed over 90 military targets on Kharg Island, though it was stated that oil-related structures were not affected.