politics
March 30, 2026
Trump contemplates "taking Iran's oil" and does not rule out occupying Jarg island
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, stated that his preference in the conflict with Iran would be to "take control of the country's oil" and left open the possibility of seizing Jarg island, Iran's main export terminal, amid the escalation of war in the Middle East. In an interview with the Financial Times, Trump maintained that Washington has "many" military and economic options against Tehran, including the eventual seizure of this strategic infrastructure, although he acknowledged that such an operation would imply a prolonged presence on the ground.
TL;DR
- US President Donald Trump stated his preference is to "take control of the oil" from Iran.
- He left open the possibility of seizing Jarg island, Iran's principal oil export terminal.
- Trump's comments were made in an interview with the Financial Times amidst escalating Middle East conflict.
- He suggested Washington has "many" military and economic options against Tehran.
- The potential seizure of Jarg island would significantly impact Iran's economy and global energy markets.
- Trump compared this strategy to US influence in Venezuela's oil sector.
- US military presence in the Middle East has increased, with reports of potential ground invasion plans.
- Iran's Parliament Speaker claimed the US is secretly planning a ground attack.
- The USS Tripoli, carrying 3,500 additional personnel, has been deployed to the region.
- Trump has postponed an ultimatum given to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz until April 6th.