Trump Vows ‘More Powerful’ Strikes on Iran, Eyes Control of Kharg Island

He described the precision of recent operations, including how an Iranian drone lodged between the two pilots of the downed Apache but failed to explode, allowing both crew members to be rescued

“We’re talking to them and all,” he noted, while stressing his preference for decisive action over prolonged diplomacy.

Central to Trump’s vision is the strategic prize of Kharg Island, Iran’s primary oil export hub responsible for the vast majority of its petroleum shipments. “My preference has always been — take Kharg Island … my preference would be that,” the president told Fox News. “We will be taking Kharg Island and other oil infrastructure points and assume total control of their oil and gas markets,” he added.